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Final Conflict
Classic Rock / Progressive / Rock

Return Of The Artizan (ROTA)



Stoke-on-Trent, Midlands
United Kingdom

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   Final Conflict: General Info
Member Since11/13/2006
Band Websitewww.fc-music.com
Band Members
Brian Donkin- guitars and lead vocals


Andy Lawton- guitars, keyboards and lead vocals


Steve Lipiec- keyboards, saxophone & backing vocals

Henry Rogers- drums and percussion

Barry Elwood- Bass guitar

InfluencesGenesis

Marillion

Pink Floyd

Rush

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Summers End Festival Review


What can I say about Final Conflict? Why this band isn't huge is beyond me. Another full on set with tracks from most of their albums. All delivered with the trade mark FC harmonies, power, craft and poise. Each track from this band has something different, you can't not listen. Special mention to Henry on drums who had to cope with having to almost stand up to play the huge kit spread out in front of him, but he didn't miss a beat and astounded yet another audience with his amazing talent for one so young. It must be good to be surrounded by a bunch of better than average musicians who are all amazingly professional once on stage but who just love playing. A great bunch of people fantastic music. A perfect way to close the afternoon sessions.
Review By "Prog Paul, Soundscapes----Click Here!!"



Class Rock Society Brief Review


After their very successful appearance at SUMMERS END (well impressed with the new drummer) last month, Final Conflict have two more gigs before the end of the year. On Saturday (13th October) they support the Oliver Wakeman Band for a CRS gig at the Boardwalk in Sheffield. This is followed by their customary (and infamous!) New Year's bash at The Rigger, Newcastle, Staffs on December 29th. Final Conflict's latest album is called Simple and they are currently writing songs for the next studio album.
Review By "The Classic rock----Click Here!!"



A critic who can't be critical


I went to katowice to watch a night of good progressive rock and I was not let down , opening the show was English band Final Conflict consisting of two guitar vocalists (Brian Donkin Andrew Lawton) Keyboardist (Steve Lipiec) Bass player (Barry Elwood) and drummer Henry Rogers) from the start of the set the atmospheric solitude to the end of the set the power full guitar pushing waiting for a chance,as one exited member of the audience commented this band is like a wall of sound which I have to agree at the front you have harmonic powered vocals and sublime guitar inventiveness laying each brick layer by layer and then the keyboards cementing the sounds to gether With drums and bass pushing up the pillars to retain its strength, this band as something for every one ,classics like the 15 minute Stop with some stunning guitar work from both guitarists to the beautiful layered keys in the aforementioned solitude but even more surprising was the drum solo at the beginning of can't buy experience leading into some blistering drum and bass pushed rhythm ,wow by the end of the set I was exhausted and I was sitting listening these guys just never stopped moving. this band is now at the top of my top ten bands if you want pure original live entertainment you need to see Final Conflict.
Review written by Andrzej Cyrek



BOTY awards 2009


Final Conflict are one of those bands that demand respect because they do it all for the love of it. They have been coming to the CRS and playing regularly for a cheese sandwich and a bag of crisps for many years now, and the recognition they are receiving now is long over due!
Words of Martin Hudson, CRS President----Click Here!!


Record LabelGaolhouse


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   About Final Conflict



Final Conflict - A brief biography

Final Conflict are an internationally acclaimed Progressive Rock band based in Stoke-On-Trent, in the heart of The Potteries. Formed in 1985 by founder members Andy Lawton and Brian Donkin, F.C have established their own distinctive style of music and have been recognised for this worldwide. The band’s line up of experienced musicians features the dual guitar and vocals of Andy Lawton and Brian Donkin, the magical keyboard skills of Steve Lipiec, and the two newest recruits to the band – Barry Elwood on his six string bass guitar and the very talented Henry Rogers on drums & percussion. F.C now feel that they are able to boast the youngest rhythm section on the Progressive Rock scene at the moment!

The band’s debut album was Channel 8 released in 1987, closely followed by “The Time Has Arrived” in 1989. These were released on the band’s own Future Records label. They then signed to GAIA records label and released “Redress The Balance” in 1991, followed by the concept album “Quest” in 1992.The band then signed to Angular records in Germany and in October 1997 the next album “Stand Up” was released.

In 2002 the band invested in its own “Gaolhouse” recording studio, which has been used for all of the subsequent records. The 4th CD album “Hindsight” was released on the bands own Gaolhouse label at the end of 2003, and was widely reviewed as the best FC album yet.

Final Conflict then started work on the next album “Simple”. A celebration of 21 years making progressive music, it features completely new recordings of the highlights from the first two cassettes and CD albums, along with much new material intended for release in 2005. “Simple” was sadly delayed due to the unfortunate death of drummer Chris Moyden after losing a long battle with cancer. His loss was a great blow to F.C both personally and musically.

“Simple” was eventually released in December 2006 to widespread critical acclaim. “Simple” features all the F.C trademarks – Twin vocals and guitar work – the progressive and melodic keyboards – the intricate yet solid interplay of bass guitar and drums – the exciting melodic arrangements. F.C believes that “Simple” embodies the musical. Artistic and technical development of the band that has been aptly dubbed “More than Progressive”.

Over the last two years F.C have gigged extensively both in the UK and abroad, and continue to generate an increasingly substantial fan base both in the live arena and on the internet: Via MySpace (www.myspace.com/fincalconflictmusic) and the band’s official website (www.fc-music.com)

F.C’s success was acknowledged in 2007, when they were nominated in 5 categories at The Classic Rock Society’s BOTY awards. They were voted second best band and Henry Rogers was second best drummer. In 2008, at the same awards, they were presented with the MD’s award by Steve Hackett of Genesis. February 23rd 2009 will see the release of F.C’s first live DVD and CD. They are grateful to Metal Minds Productions for providing them with the opportunity to do this. The DVD & CD are entitled “Another Moment in Time”

The band are currently back in Gaolhouse studios writing their next album entitled “Return of The Artisan” and hope to release this in Autumn 2009.


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Indie Majors Rock

Indie Majors Rock



Nov 9 2009 8:22 PM

Hey, cómo andamos??

Acá pasamos a dejar una invitación,
después de 15años Café Tacvba regresa en concierto aqui en Tabasco, una
gran producción, un buen show y mucho desmadre. Caiganle. Saludos y
buena vibra desde el sur.

Siempre pa adelante, lo mejor!!!

Abraham IMR
Zynne

Zynne



Nov 8 2009 11:29 AM

Hi!
Just stopping by to wish you a great day!

-Zynne
The Incognito One

The Incognito One



Oct 28 2009 9:57 PM

If you are a friend then thank you
for the friendship, if your not yet a friend
then please Add Me and come check out some
new music at myspace.com/theincognitoone
Cheers!
uwe gronau

uwe gronau



Oct 28 2009 5:14 PM

thank you for the add/request!


danke für die Freundschaft!


Merci pour l'amitier!
Carmen Souza

Carmen Souza



Oct 27 2009 7:20 PM

Thanks for droppin by!!
All the best!!
Peace
Carmen Souza
The Escape Clause (New Song Up!)

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Oct 23 2009 10:09 AM

hi hope your having a good one :)
how have you been..interesting page indeed!
SelfSimilarity

SelfSimilarity



Oct 23 2009 7:37 AM

Thanks for friendship either. Hope to play some gigs togheter in future. Cheers from Poland!
krzysm

Krzysztof Melder



Oct 22 2009 9:24 AM

Check out my profile And Let me know Do you like me YES or NO http://www.doulike.us/photos/3036306.html?b=4&w=46
ABIGAIL'S GHOST STREET TEAM (AGST)

ABIGAIL'S GHOST STREET TEAM (AGST)



Oct 19 2009 5:15 PM

Thank you for adding us!

I'm glad to hear you enjoyed our music, and I'm looking forward to the new DVD too!!

Have a nice week, guys!

Keep in touch!

Lynn ;)
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Oct 15 2009 5:59 PM

THANK YOU FOR YOUR FRIENDSHIP!
BEST REGARDS AND GREETINGS FROM GREECE!
Wolverhampton - New Venue 2010

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Oct 15 2009 1:50 PM

new venue opening in wolves 2010 please message us with your contact details if you would like to play!
Powerage Agency

Powerage Agency



Oct 12 2009 10:30 AM

Fantastic tunes there guys :) Very cool!
Agnieszka Kulpińska

Agnieszka Swiatnicka-Kulpinska



Oct 9 2009 8:33 AM

Can't wait to see you guys at The Rigger! Two months to go...

Have a great day & weekend,

Agnieszka
David England

David England



Sep 25 2009 8:00 PM


Thanks for the new friendship, always enjoy meeting new folks.
Cool tunes.
All my very best to you,
Dave
acidos

acidos kleine



Sep 15 2009 9:59 PM

Thanks for the interview Henry, it ws really great hearing from you and hope all is well. greetz, dj acidos, radio moonrock-prog in your face-

James Allen

James Allen



Sep 13 2009 5:19 PM

I have finally got my review of the excellent all day Mattfest up in my blog on here - I really enjoyed your set, so I hope you like what I have written
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Metal Hammer Poland

Metal Hammer Poland



Sep 7 2009 7:46 AM

Thanks for the add!

Final Conflict's feature will be published in October's issue of our magazine :-)

cheers,

Metal Hammer Poland
the wHiTe HoRsEs project

the wHiTe HoRsEs project



Sep 5 2009 10:48 AM

Thank you. A pleasure.
Agnieszka Kulpińska

Agnieszka Swiatnicka-Kulpinska



Aug 28 2009 4:39 PM

Have a great time at The Peel tomorrow :-))

all the best,

Agnieszka
Agnieszka Kulpińska

Agnieszka Swiatnicka-Kulpinska



Aug 17 2009 7:24 PM

Wasteland!!! At last!!!

cheers,

Agnieszka
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Aug 14 2009 5:16 PM

Unser Sommertrack 2009 ist online: "Sommergefühle"! Summerfeeling ist vorprogrammiert!
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Aug 7 2009 11:57 AM

So sweet music!

Wish u a very pleasant week-end... ;)
privateryan

Ryan Sixguns Dagger



Jul 17 2009 6:54 AM

cheers mate!!!
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