Rocker440
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Phenomena was formed in 1984 by Tom Galley, and his brother Mel Galley (who was also in the bands Trapeze, Whitesnake and Finders Keepers). Wilfried Rimensberger (the founder of Metalhammer magazine) joined in 1985 first as a co-producer and consultant, and then as a project director.
Phenomena may be considered a concept band or project by some, with noticeable themes both within the songs and with each album. Phenomena has released 4 albums to date, with many well known, respected and notable musicians performing on each album. Some of the more known and recognizable musicians are Glenn Hughes (who was in Trapeze with Mel Galley; Deep Purple), Scott Gorham (Thin Lizzy), John Wetton (Asia), Brian May (Queen); Tony Martin (Black Sabbath) and Ray Gillen (Black Sabbath; Badlands; Sun Red Sun). Interestingly, Phenomena hasn't performed live, although there maybe a possibility for this to happen in the future.
Although some songs perhaps may have a distinctive AOR style on the earlier releases, there is an excellent combination of styles, songwriting, musicians and performances, imo.
Sadly, Mel Galley RIP passed away July 1, 2008 whilst commencing work for the fifth Phenomena album.
1.Kiss Of Fire
2.Still The Night
3.Phoenix Rising
4.Believe
5.Who's Watching Who
6.Hell On Wings
7.Twilight Zone
8.Phenomena
Label Bronze/Ariola 1984 Parachute Music (re-release 1993) * Vocals Glenn Hughes * Guitar Mel Galley John Thomas * Bass Neil Murray Glenn Hughes * Drums Cozy Powell Ted McKenna * Keyboards Don Airey Richard Bailey * Producer Tom Galley * Production and concept consultation Wilfried F. Rimensberger
Phoenix Rising
Kiss of Fire