The Alan Parsons Project, often colloquially referred to as APP, was a British progressive rock band formed in 1975 by audio engineer and record producer Alan Parsons and songwriter, musician, and manager Eric Woolfson. The group was known for its elaborate, concept-driven albums and its reluctance to tour, though this later changed. While Parsons contributed significantly to production, engineering, and composition, Woolfson was the primary lyricist and occasionally the lead vocalist. Throughout its active years, the band had a rotating roster of talented session musicians, and it stood out for its fusion of rock, pop, and elements of classical music.

The music of The Alan Parsons Project is characterized by its complex, symphonic sound, often exploring intellectual themes inspired by literature, human psychology, and social commentary. Some of their most revered albums include "Tales Of Mystery And Imagination - Edgar Allan Poe," which is a musical interpretation of the works of the famous writer, and "Eye In The Sky," one of their greatest commercial successes featuring the titular single that remains a classic rock radio staple. "I Robot," an album that draws conceptual inspiration from Isaac Asimov's works of the same name, and "The Turn Of A Friendly Card," which delves into themes of gambling and fate, are other significant contributions to their legacy. The Alan Parsons Project disbanded in the 1990s, following the release of their album "Gaudi," but their music has continued to be revered, remastered, and expanded upon, enthralling old fans and attracting new listeners to their timeless creations.

Genres

Album Rock

Art Rock

Classic Rock

Mellow Gold

Progressive Rock

Soft Rock

Symphonic Rock

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Latest Release

Fantasy Over Eye In The Sky by The Alan Parsons Project

The Alan Parsons Project

Single - Released June 25, 2024