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Artist: Saracen 
Title Of Album: Marilyn [japanese Edition] 
Release Date: 2011 
Location: UK 
Genre: Progressive Rock, Hard Rock 
Quality: FLAC | lossless (image+.cue+covers) 
Length: 60:30 min 
Tracks: 13 


Tracklist: 

01. The Girl: Norma Jeane (Instrumental) 
02. The Orphan: Whither The Wind Blows 
03. The Dreamer: Hold On (feat. Issa) 
04. The Model: Make This Body Work (feat. Robin Beck) 
05. The Actress: Who Am I? (feat. Robin Beck & Steve Overland) 
06. The Wife: Love Like A Razorblade 
07. The Patient: Break The Spell 
08. The Mistress: Not For Sure (feat. Robin Beck) 
09. The Forsaken: Feel Like Going Home (feat. Robin Beck) 
10. The Witness: Unfinished Life 
11. The Woman: Marilyn (feat. Robin Beck) 
12. Instrumental: Mourning Star (bonus) 
13. The Legend: Shine On (bonus) 


Richard Bendelow  Bass
Jamie Little  Drums
Rob Bendelow  Guitars
Paul Bradder  Keyboards
Steve Bettney  Vocals

The latest release from Saracen, for 2011. This is a concept album, carefully crafted around the life and times of that ultimate Hollywood icon – Marilyn Monroe. This opus charts her roller-coaster life, from young orphan to worldwide superstar...and beyond. And as with Saracen’s previous album (‘Vox In Excelso’) the storyline does not shy away from the darker recesses of history; in this case Marilyn’s problematic life...and untimely death.

Of the 11 tracks on the album, five tell their story in Marilyn’s own words...brought to life by the very special guest appearance of American songstress Robin Beck. Robin’s unique vocal style adds a dramatic new dimension to this rich collection of interwoven compositions. Learn more about Robin’s musical career here – www.robinbeckrocks.com

Saracen’s symphonic-rock instrumentation has also been augmented for ‘Marilyn’, with the inclusion of saxophone impresario Snake Davis. His evocative, soaring solos adding greatly to the album’s emotional journey. Learn more about Snake’s career here - www.snakedavis.com

The layered vocal harmonies on the ‘Marilyn’ album come courtesy of Saracen bass man Richard Bendelow and classical-turned-rock newcomer Karensa Kerr. The fusion of symphonic rock with choral-style vocal arrangements has produced an intoxicating mix.

Two more vocalists make outstanding guest appearances on this album – namely Norwegian rock sensation Issa and ‘FM’ frontman Steve Overland. Issa handles the lead vocals on ‘Hold On’, whilst Steve & Robin intertwine beautifully on ‘Who Am I?’. Find out more here: www.overland-shadowman.com