As a historical footnote, Skylark is notable for being the first recorded work of David Foster, who would go on to write and produce Grammy-winning hits for such artists as Whitney Houston and Celine Dion. But at the time of its 1972 release, Foster was simply the driving force behind this overlooked, soul-pop combo. Skylark managed just one U.S. hit, the gorgeous, melancholy title track of this collection, but songs like "Writing's on the Wall" and "Suites for My Lady" have the same sultry late-night vibe. Highly recommended for Foster completists, but also for fans of acts such as Hall & Oates or Chicago. --David Sprague

Asian pressing of the Italian speed/melodic metal act's sixth album, featuring a cover of Def Leppard's 'When Love & Hate Collide', includes one exclusive bonus track 'Eine Klait Nacht Musik-Allegro'. Seoul Records. 2004.

2005 release from the Milan based power/progressive Metal band. According to main composer and Skylark leader Eddy Antonini, this CD is composed by two different sections: one which is reminiscent of the powerful rhythm and sounds of Gate Of Hell, especially the heaviest of guitars, and one connected to the complex orchestral metal of Dragon’s Secrets whose core is a long suite (more than 18 minutes). Soundholic. 2005.

Two years in the works Italian power symphonic metal combo release their 2004 offering and the first for Scarlet Records. While still defined as traditional power metal 'Wings' takes strong influences from hard rock to classic heavy metal a la Maiden.

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