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per group consisting of namesakes Michael Sweet (guitar/ vox), George Lynch (guitar) along with James Lomenzo on bass and drummer Brian Tichy. All four have impressive lists of credentials to craft a hard rock record that sounds so sweet. Their debut album Only To Rise reflects 70’s & 80’s classic rock influences in a contemporary context. The twelvetrack CD due out in January of 2015 runs the gamut from subtle to sizzling with a prime example being “Time Will Tell”. Other highlights include “The Wish” and “Like A Dying Rose” compelling anthems with memorable refrains. While not necessarily new the band often referred to as the best modern day American prog rock group Syzygy has recently released Cosmos & Chaos 20th Anniversary Compendium a celebration of an album that first came out in 1993. In addition to being re-branded into their cata- Stage NEW JERSEY Sales Reps Wanted We’re looking to expand our advertising sales team. Commissions of up to 40% for experienced sales reps. Call us at 732-280-7625 or email [email protected] for more information. Rosemary Conte Voice Teacher & Coach Innovative technques for great singing. All styles, levels & ages. Matawan, NJ 732-583-4959 New CD available at CDBaby Read each issue at www.NJArtsMag.com pg 129