\u201cFeel good rock n\u2019 roll – the music tells stories we can all relate to, but in a fun way\u201d is how songwriter\/guitarist Duane Morano describes his CD, Incognito. And on its first-ever release, \u2018Incognito\u2019(whose pre sale begins on December 3rd via Pledge Music\u00a0 (http:\/\/pmusic.co\/lNL9xL), video trailer for Pledge campaign here (https:\/\/youtu.be\/hMvoPo-iLAg) before its official release on February 8th, 2019), Duane has assembled a stellar supporting cast of names that are well-known to melodic rock fans worldwide – Tyketto\u2019s Danny Vaughn, Extreme\u2019s Pat Badger and Kevin Figueiredo, Firehouse\u2019s Michael Foster and Bill Leverty, XYZ\u2019s Terry Ilous, The Firm\/Blue Murder\u2019s Tony Franklin, and Alice Cooper\u2019s Nita Strauss, among others.<\/p>\n
As Duane explains, the CD \u2018Incognito\u2019 came together in a huge stroke of luck. \u201cI had known Bill Leverty for a great many years so he was in from the beginning. Back in 2016, I was having dinner with Bill and was asked if I was ever going to unshelve a CD I started working on years ago. After some thought, I finished a few of the tracks in my studio and sent them to Bill to be mixed. As we listened to the mixes, it became clear to both of us I needed to get rid of the programmed drums, find a bass player instead of a guitar player trying to play bass, and get someone that could sing what I was struggling to attempt. Changes needed to be made. That was when Bill suggested his drummer Michael Foster, so I gave him a shout.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cThe next step was finding the right vocalists to fit the handful of songs that were ready. I had my MP3 player on shuffle and Great White’s \u2018Hard to Say Goodbye\u2019 came on and thought, \u2018Terry’s voice would be a great fit for a song,\u2019 so I reached out to him and he asked to hear it. I sent him an MP3 with Michael and Tony playing on it. Terry was a bit surprised that as a guitar player I hired a bass player and didn’t do it myself which is typical in self-funded, small budget projects. After explaining, Terry saw I was willing to do what’s best for the music and liked the song so he agreed to sing a song or two. As the project progressed and we got to know each other, we started trading ideas back and forth, writing and arraigning together, and ultimately ended up with 5 songs for consideration.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cPat coming on board was really a happy accident. For 20 years or so I’ve collected music memorabilia as hobby. Pat had a Pledge campaign going on at the time and I pledged for the Patocam. He sent me an email saying something like, \u2018Dude you got the Patocam,\u2019 so I replied with some smart-aleck funny comment. He laughed and we emailed back and forth for a few hours and went our separate ways. About a week went by and much to my surprise, I got a random email from him asking how I was doing.\u201d<\/p>\n
As the project\u2019s leader explains, the album is loaded with rockin\u2019 highlights. \u201cNita Strauss solo on \u2018Manhattan\u2019 was a pick up your jaw off the floor moment. Bryan Cole\u2019s vocals on \u2018Don\u2019t Believe You\u2019 grabs elements of rock and blues with a touch of soul, and delivers one of the best performances I\u2019ve ever heard him do. The way Michael Foster and Pat Badger really cement and play with the groove on \u2018Kid Gloves\u2019 is really cool.\u201d<\/p>\n
And the guests sound equally enthusiastic about the disc. Terry Ilous – \u201cIf you want to listen to good rock and roll, good music, pledge for this CD. Duane is a wonderful guitar player and I\u2019m looking forward to singing more songs for him.\u201d Nita Strauss – \u201c\u2018Manhattan\u2019 is a GREAT song. Thank you for having me on it.\u201d Bill Leverty – “Duane has an amazing CD, filled with tasty music and killer guitar work.”<\/p>\n
Duane is also confident that his brand of rock fits in well with the current musical climate. \u201cWith the interest people have in bands of my youth, I think Incognito gives people the opportunity to hear elements of what was great about that era of music – but in a fresh way. Incognito pays tribute to that time period, but leaves the listener feeling satisfied like you\u2019ve got something new.<\/p>\n
And if all goes according to plan, the CD will not merely be a studio project. \u201cShows could happen if we can get schedules coordinated. That’s always the hardest part when trying to get people from several different active bands together in the same place at the same time. There is talk of a live version, and something Bryan, Danny, Terry, and I think could be a lot of fun.\u201d<\/p>\n
Lastly, what are Duane\u2019s future plans? \u201cFinish the CD and then spend some much-needed time with my wife and kids – while putting a live band together, for special events.\u201d<\/p>\n
CONFIRMED TRACKS\/LINE-UPS FOR \u2018INCOGNITO\u2019:<\/p>\n
After the Love- Danny Vaughn, Duane Morano, Pat Badger, Michael Foster, Bryan Cole<\/p>\n
Cookie Jar- Bryan Cole, Duane Morano, Tony Franklin, Michael Foster, Chris Lester<\/p>\n
Sincerely Yours- Bryan Cole, Duane Morano, Pat Badger, Michael Foster, Shane French<\/p>\n
Don’t Believe You- Bryan Cole, Duane Morano, Keith Horne, Michael Foster<\/p>\n
Face the Fire- Danny Vaughn, Duane Morano, Keith Horne, Bryan Cole, Kevin Figueiredo (K-Figg)<\/p>\n
Giovanna- Danny Vaughn, Duane Morano, John Morano, Michael Foster<\/p>\n
Kid Gloves- Danny Vaughn, Duane Morano, Pat Badger, Michael Foster, John Surabian, Bryan Cole<\/p>\n
Manhattan- Dan Michaels, Duane Morano, Pat Badger, Michael Foster, Nita Strauss<\/p>\n
Hearts- Terry Ilous, Duane Morano, Tony Franklin, Michael Foster, Dan Michaels, Bryan Cole<\/p>\n
Love is just a lie- Terry Ilous, Duane Morano, JK Northrup, Pat Badger, Michael Foster<\/p>\n
Why- Terry Ilous, Duane Morano, Keith Horne, Bryan Cole, Michael Foster<\/p>\n
Barely Breathing- Danny Vaughn, Duane Morano, Pat Badger, Michael Foster<\/p>\n
Source: https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/duanemoranomusic<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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