News:
20-04-2008:
George Bellas has compiled a list of reviews for his latest release, Planetary Alignment
Album Reviews:
"The point that I'm trying to make here is that, with the release of "Planetary Alignment", George Bellas has to be seen as one of the virtuoso guitarist/composer's of his generation. The music on this release isn't just melodic rock soloing over rock steady drumming and standard rhythms, it's exactly the opposite and, as a result, is a totally refreshing listen. Even to my ears that like their regular dose of Satriani style playing there comes a moment when you wish someone would just be brave enough to take all those techniques they have learnt and mould it into something different. For many that would mean leaving the comfort zone and doing something that might see them fall flat on their fret boards. To be honest the ability to do that would also involve someone who is harmonically trained, someone who knows the rules and is therefore aware how to break them, that's how music moves forward."
Read the full review at: http://www.hardrockhouse.com/NewReleases/GeorgeBellas.htm
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"It appears that guitarist George Bellas is determined to keep the electric guitar virtuoso scene alive, his last few releases have seen a steady pushing of the envelope and setting new personal standards for not only his performing skills, but an elevated standard in sophistication for compositions as well. This latest release - Planetary Alignment sees Bellas taking his compositional direction into the most progressive standards I have heard him do, while his last project - Palace Terrace offered a nice take on Neo-Classical progressive metal, what he has done with this cd is much more."
Read the full review at: http://www.proggnosis.com/MUSIC_DBCDInfo.asp?txtCDID=26021
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"It is without a doubt, almost a certainty, that one needs to listen to and explore the musical aspects and content of this new release many times over before one can appreciate it for what it is -- a masterpiece of individual and complex pieces of art (in the truest sense of the word). Only then will Planetary Alignment come into focus and let your mind explore the treasures found within it. This album is not for the faint of heart or the musical listener who likes to rush through an album without actually taking the time to let it speak for itself. For those who truly love the guitar sound and really appreciate virtuosos who really are just that, this is a must buy. If you aren't in that category, you might want to listen to a friend's copy first to see if is right for you."
Read the full review at: http://www.metalexpressradio.com/menu.php?main=reviews&id=2529
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"This has to be the hardest working guitarist on the planet (pun intended). Just under a year ago, he released his project Palace Terrace. Now, he's back with a new solo offering. I have heard this man perform on many artists records as well as his own and I have to say that he has managed to outshine himself here as he has gone out to create a record that simply makes you say&x2026;WOW! I must admit that the whole neo-prog metal scene is getting quite boring now and even as much as I love Yngwie, his music is even redundant after a while. So, what must be done to keep things fresh or try to put a different spin on the scenario? Simply add attitude and intensity while you are sincere at the same time."
Read the full review at: http://www.live4metal.com/reviews-595.htm
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"Whilst "Planetary Alignment" may not be as immediately "understood" as other instrumental releases reviewed this month (Marco Sfogli, Paul Gilbert) don't let that put you off as George is more unique and definitely has his own sound going. Granted you can hear a little Uli Jon Roth and at times Brian May in here, but Bellas has carved out a sound, technique and method of writing that is so unique is impossible for it to not attract your attention. Just be prepared to sit down with this album and absorb it over numerous spins. The epic 8 minute opener "Colour By Numbers" kicks the album off in a very progressive manner and from here on it George introduced other themes, subtleties and ideas throughout the rest of the album."
Read the full review at: http://www.virtuosityone.com/reviewroundup0308.htm
20-04-2008:
George Bellas has compiled a list of reviews for his latest release, Planetary Alignment
Album Reviews:
"The point that I'm trying to make here is that, with the release of "Planetary Alignment", George Bellas has to be seen as one of the virtuoso guitarist/composer's of his generation. The music on this release isn't just melodic rock soloing over rock steady drumming and standard rhythms, it's exactly the opposite and, as a result, is a totally refreshing listen. Even to my ears that like their regular dose of Satriani style playing there comes a moment when you wish someone would just be brave enough to take all those techniques they have learnt and mould it into something different. For many that would mean leaving the comfort zone and doing something that might see them fall flat on their fret boards. To be honest the ability to do that would also involve someone who is harmonically trained, someone who knows the rules and is therefore aware how to break them, that's how music moves forward."
Read the full review at: http://www.hardrockhouse.com/NewReleases/GeorgeBellas.htm
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"It appears that guitarist George Bellas is determined to keep the electric guitar virtuoso scene alive, his last few releases have seen a steady pushing of the envelope and setting new personal standards for not only his performing skills, but an elevated standard in sophistication for compositions as well. This latest release - Planetary Alignment sees Bellas taking his compositional direction into the most progressive standards I have heard him do, while his last project - Palace Terrace offered a nice take on Neo-Classical progressive metal, what he has done with this cd is much more."
Read the full review at: http://www.proggnosis.com/MUSIC_DBCDInfo.asp?txtCDID=26021
_________________________________________________________________
"It is without a doubt, almost a certainty, that one needs to listen to and explore the musical aspects and content of this new release many times over before one can appreciate it for what it is -- a masterpiece of individual and complex pieces of art (in the truest sense of the word). Only then will Planetary Alignment come into focus and let your mind explore the treasures found within it. This album is not for the faint of heart or the musical listener who likes to rush through an album without actually taking the time to let it speak for itself. For those who truly love the guitar sound and really appreciate virtuosos who really are just that, this is a must buy. If you aren't in that category, you might want to listen to a friend's copy first to see if is right for you."
Read the full review at: http://www.metalexpressradio.com/menu.php?main=reviews&id=2529
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"This has to be the hardest working guitarist on the planet (pun intended). Just under a year ago, he released his project Palace Terrace. Now, he's back with a new solo offering. I have heard this man perform on many artists records as well as his own and I have to say that he has managed to outshine himself here as he has gone out to create a record that simply makes you say&x2026;WOW! I must admit that the whole neo-prog metal scene is getting quite boring now and even as much as I love Yngwie, his music is even redundant after a while. So, what must be done to keep things fresh or try to put a different spin on the scenario? Simply add attitude and intensity while you are sincere at the same time."
Read the full review at: http://www.live4metal.com/reviews-595.htm
_________________________________________________________________
"Whilst "Planetary Alignment" may not be as immediately "understood" as other instrumental releases reviewed this month (Marco Sfogli, Paul Gilbert) don't let that put you off as George is more unique and definitely has his own sound going. Granted you can hear a little Uli Jon Roth and at times Brian May in here, but Bellas has carved out a sound, technique and method of writing that is so unique is impossible for it to not attract your attention. Just be prepared to sit down with this album and absorb it over numerous spins. The epic 8 minute opener "Colour By Numbers" kicks the album off in a very progressive manner and from here on it George introduced other themes, subtleties and ideas throughout the rest of the album."
Read the full review at: http://www.virtuosityone.com/reviewroundup0308.htm
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