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	A: First of all, the newest one. And others are solo albums; ìWardenclyffe towerîîI.O.U.îîAtavacronîîSandî and ìSecretsî.		A: First of all, the newest one. And others are solo albums; ìWardenclyffe towerîîI.O.U.îîAtavacronîîSandî and ìSecretsî.

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	YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kgWfrmBLTfEpt_VGoz7xDk3ZUCj8PSfZ0		YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kgWfrmBLTfEpt_VGoz7xDk3ZUCj8PSfZ0

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	"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music, ~~and~~ "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. Allan's love of "Star Trek" comes through in this tune and the title track, as well as showing Allan in Star Trek uniform on the cover. The child pictured with the record player is also Allan. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.		"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music, while "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. Allan's love of "Star Trek" comes through in this tune and the title track, as well as showing Allan in Star Trek uniform on the cover. The child pictured with the record player is also Allan. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.
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	\|+Allan Holdsworth: Atavachron ([[Allan Holdsworth Discography\|D]] - [[Allan Holdsworth Solo Albums\|S]])		\|+Allan Holdsworth: Atavachron ([[Allan Holdsworth Discography\|D]] - [[Allan Holdsworth Solo Albums\|S]]) ([https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kgWfrmBLTfEpt_VGoz7xDk3ZUCj8PSfZ0 YT])
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	'''Billy Childs''': Keyboards (2, 5)<br>		'''Billy Childs''': Keyboards (2, 5)<br>
	'''Rowanne Mark''': Vocals on "All Our Yesterdays"		'''Rowanne Mark''': Vocals on "All Our Yesterdays"

	==Summary of quotes on Atavachron==		==Summary of quotes on Atavachron==
	On "Atavachron," Allan Holdsworth introduced the revolutionary SynthAxe, an advanced synthesizer controller for guitarists. Unlike traditional guitar synthesizers, this device didn't produce its own sound but enabled Holdsworth to interface with various synthesizers using MIDI technology. This innovation marked a significant departure from his previous work, as he sought a more instrumental sound, and it also led to a shift in his band lineup, including the addition of keyboard players like Billy Childs.		On "Atavachron," Allan Holdsworth introduced the revolutionary SynthAxe, an advanced synthesizer controller for guitarists. Unlike traditional guitar synthesizers, this device didn't produce its own sound but enabled Holdsworth to interface with various synthesizers using MIDI technology. This innovation marked a significant departure from his previous work, as he sought a more instrumental sound, and it also led to a shift in his band lineup, including the addition of keyboard players like Billy Childs.

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	==Links==		==Links==

	https://~~threadoflunacy~~.~~blogspot~~.~~no/2017/08~~/~~18-atavachron-1986.html~~		YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=OLAK5uy_kgWfrmBLTfEpt_VGoz7xDk3ZUCj8PSfZ0

	https://www.discogs.com/master/147720-Allan-Holdsworth-Atavachron		Ed's blog: https://threadoflunacy.blogspot.no/2017/08/18-atavachron-1986.html

			Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/master/147720-Allan-Holdsworth-Atavachron

			Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atavachron

	[[Category:Solo albums]]		[[Category:Solo albums]]
	[[Category:Discography]]		[[Category:Discography]]

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	"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.		"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. Allan's love of "Star Trek" comes through in this tune and the title track, as well as showing Allan in Star Trek uniform on the cover. The child pictured with the record player is also Allan. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.
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	"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music ~~though~~, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.		"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.
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	"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the SynthAxe. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music though, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.		"Atavachron" is a 1986 solo album by Allan Holdsworth. Early in 1985, Allan was introduced to the [[SynthAxe]]. The SynthAxe is a guitar-like MIDI controller with fret sensors in the neck, allowing instant detection of pitch, as opposed to earlier guitar synths. Allan fell in love with the instrument, and bought one as soon as it became available. He immediately set about writing new material, and started recording "Atavachron". The album features three drummers, two keyboardists, one bassist and one singer. For most of the tracks, Allan combines SynthAxe and regular guitar. The music is all instrumental, except for one track featuring Rowanne Mark on vocals. The music leans more towards a jazz sensibility than ever, with complex themes that serve as forms to improvise over. The beats and sounds borrow quite heavily from rock music though, and "All Our Yesterdays" in particular highlights the influence classical music had on Allan in his childhood. All in all, the music really sounds like nothing else. In particular, it stands out from most "fusion" albums of the time. Playing the theme to "Non Brewed Condiment" would come to be seen as many guitarist's ultimate challenge. Tunes like "Funnels" and "Looking Glass" would become live staples for the rest of Allans career.
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	https://threadoflunacy.blogspot.no/2017/08/18-atavachron-1986.html		https://threadoflunacy.blogspot.no/2017/08/18-atavachron-1986.html

			https://www.discogs.com/master/147720-Allan-Holdsworth-Atavachron

	[[Category:Solo albums]]		[[Category:Solo albums]]
	[[Category:Discography]]		[[Category:Discography]]

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	The title "Atavachron" itself was inspired by a Star Trek episode and reflected Holdsworth's penchant for deriving musical inspiration from words, concepts, or experiences. Despite facing challenges with record distribution and limited support from record companies, Holdsworth remained committed to his artistic vision and continually evolved his music.		The title "Atavachron" itself was inspired by a Star Trek episode and reflected Holdsworth's penchant for deriving musical inspiration from words, concepts, or experiences. Despite facing challenges with record distribution and limited support from record companies, Holdsworth remained committed to his artistic vision and continually evolved his music.

	Throughout his career, Holdsworth's experimentation with synthesizers and innovative instruments like the SynthAxe played a pivotal role in shaping his distinctive sound and musical style, allowing him to break new ground in the world of guitar playing and composition.		Throughout his career, Holdsworth's experimentation with synthesizers and innovative instruments like the SynthAxe played a pivotal role in shaping his distinctive sound and musical style, allowing him to break new ground in the world of guitar playing and composition. ''[This summary was written by ChatGPT in 2023 based on the quotes below.]''

	=Quotes on Atavachron=		=Quotes on Atavachron=

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	On "Atavachron," Allan Holdsworth introduced the revolutionary SynthAxe, an advanced synthesizer controller for guitarists. Unlike traditional guitar synthesizers, this device didn't produce its own sound but enabled Holdsworth to interface with various synthesizers using MIDI technology. This innovation marked a significant departure from his previous work, as he sought a more instrumental sound, and it also led to a shift in his band lineup, including the addition of keyboard players like Billy Childs.		On "Atavachron," Allan Holdsworth introduced the revolutionary SynthAxe, an advanced synthesizer controller for guitarists. Unlike traditional guitar synthesizers, this device didn't produce its own sound but enabled Holdsworth to interface with various synthesizers using MIDI technology. This innovation marked a significant departure from his previous work, as he sought a more instrumental sound, and it also led to a shift in his band lineup, including the addition of keyboard players like Billy Childs.

	Holdsworth's pursuit of his unique sound and his willingness to embrace cutting-edge technology defined his career. "Atavachron" ~~marked a departure from his earlier keyboard-dominated projects,~~ and his subsequent album, "Sand," showcased his mastery of the SynthAxe after spending more time with it. Holdsworth's dedication to pushing musical boundaries and his deep connection to technology continued to influence his music, allowing him to create compositions that combined guitar and synthesizer elements.		Holdsworth's pursuit of his unique sound and his willingness to embrace cutting-edge technology defined his career. "Atavachron" and his subsequent album, "Sand," showcased his mastery of the SynthAxe after spending more time with it. Holdsworth's dedication to pushing musical boundaries and his deep connection to technology continued to influence his music, allowing him to create compositions that combined guitar and synthesizer elements.

	The title "Atavachron" itself was inspired by a Star Trek episode and reflected Holdsworth's penchant for deriving musical inspiration from words, concepts, or experiences. Despite facing challenges with record distribution and limited support from record companies, Holdsworth remained committed to his artistic vision and continually evolved his music.		The title "Atavachron" itself was inspired by a Star Trek episode and reflected Holdsworth's penchant for deriving musical inspiration from words, concepts, or experiences. Despite facing challenges with record distribution and limited support from record companies, Holdsworth remained committed to his artistic vision and continually evolved his music.