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Unitopia
Progressive / Classical / Classic Rock



Adelaide, South Australia
Australia

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Member Since5/23/2006
Band Websitehttp://www.unitopiamusic.com
Band MembersMark Trueack (Lead Vocals/Percussion)

Mark, doing what he does best!

Sean Timms (Keyboards/Backing Vocals/Mandolin/Lap Steel & Acoustic Guitars/Banjo)

Sean, doing what he does best!

Matt Williams (Acoustic & Electric Guitars/Backing Vocals)

Matt with a huge head! (Guitar head that is!)

Monty Ruggiero (Drums/Percussion)

Muchos hilarious!!! Monty down Mehico way!

Shireen Khemlani (Bass/Backing Vocals)

Shireen...the godess of bass!

Tim Irrgang (Tuned and Un-Tuned Percussion)

Tim....the Enchanter!

InfluencesYes, Genesis, Peter Gabriel, Spock's Beard, Neal Morse, Transatlantic, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, Gentle Giant, Alan Parsons, Ambrosia, Camel, Fish, Marillion, Steve Hackett, Steve Howe, Asia, Jethro Tull, Kansas, Rick Wakeman, Patrick Moraz, Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Chris Rea, Rush, Supertramp, Toto, George Gershwin, Thomas Newman, Aaron Copland, Khatchaturian, Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Alan White, The Beatles, Tony Kaye, Trevor Rabin, Trevor Horn, The Buggles, The Korgis, Mike and the Mechanics, Mike Rutherford, Kate Bush, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Eric Woolfson, Pilot, Al Stewart, James Taylor, Thomas Dolby, Tears For Fears, Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Keith Emerson, Asia, John Wetton, King Crimson, Bill Bruford, UK, Allan Holdsworth, Iona, Clannad, Brian Kennedy, Joni Mitchell, Japan, David Sylvian, Robert Fripp, Brian Eno, The Mars Volta, Dream Theater, Prefab Sprout, Paddy McAloon, Kirsty MacColl, Pater Banks, Frost, Bela Fleck.
Sounds LikeYes, Genesis, Peter Gabriel, Spock's Beard, Neal Morse, Transatlantic, Porcupine Tree, Pink Floyd, Gentle Giant, Alan Parsons, Ambrosia, Camel, Fish, Marillion, Steve Hackett, Steve Howe, Asia, Jethro Tull, Kansas, Rick Wakeman, Patrick Moraz, Tony Banks, Phil Collins, Chris Rea, Rush, Supertramp, Toto, George Gershwin, Thomas Newman, Aaron Copland, Khatchaturian, Jon Anderson, Chris Squire, Alan White, The Beatles, Tony Kaye, Trevor Rabin, Trevor Horn, The Buggles, The Korgis, Mike and the Mechanics, Mike Rutherford, Kate Bush, Roger Waters, David Gilmour, Eric Woolfson, Pilot, Al Stewart, James Taylor, Thomas Dolby, Tears For Fears, Emerson, Lake and Palmer, Keith Emerson, Asia, John Wetton, King Crimson, Bill Bruford, UK, Allan Holdsworth, Iona, Clannad, Brian Kennedy, Joni Mitchell, Japan, David Sylvian, Robert Fripp, Brian Eno, The Mars Volta, Dream Theater, Prefab Sprout, Paddy McAloon, Kirsty MacColl, Pater Banks, Frost, Bela Fleck.
Record LabelInsideOut Music


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We’re proud to announce that our vocalist and co-producer Mark Trueack has been given the honour of winning "Best Progressive Rock Indie Vocalist" at 2009 Progressive Rock Hall of Fame!!!!

To our Canadian fans:

If you'd like to become members of our Canadian fan club please contact Patsy at unitopiamusic.canada@hotmail.com

Unitopia is a musical adventure comprising the vocal/song writing skill of Mark Trueack, the production/song writing/keyboard/engineering & vocal skill of Sean Timms, the guitar & vocal prowess of Matt Williams, the bass and vocal talents of Shireen Khemlani and the combined drum/percussion batteries of Monty Ruggiero and Tim Irrgang.

Unitopia endeavors to draw from the heart and soul of the listener thought provoking topics such as environmental awareness, political and social upheaval, media misrepresentation, the hectic pace of life and human relationships in a positive and uplifting light. Using progressive rock as a framework, Unitopia’s music includes elements of world, classical, jazz, heavy rock and groove.

Unitopia began when a mutual friend introduced Mark and Sean after realizing the two had similar musical tastes. In late1996 the duo began work on a track which was to become 'Take Good Care'. This formulated into a prolific and exciting song writing partnership that culminated in the completion of their debut album 'More Than A Dream'.

Mark and Sean gathered some of Australia's finest musicians to contribute to the ‘More Than a Dream’ project, including conductor/arranger Timothy Sexton and the Adelaide Art Orchestra, Pat Schirippa, Constantine Delo, Bradley Polain and Ian ‘Polly’ Politis thus ensuring the standard of musicianship on their debut CD was of the highest standard. They released ‘More Than a Dream’ independently in 2005.

Realising that performing live would require musicians capable of playing the demanding intricacies of Unitopia’s music, they recruited some of Adelaide’s finest instrumentalists. Matt Williams - guitar/vocals, Monty Ruggiero - drums, Shireen Khemlani - bass, Tim Irrgang - percussion.

In Oct 2005, Unitopia launched ‘More Than a Dream’ to a sell out audience at The Cavern Club, Adelaide and shortly thereafter supported Aussie icon Daryl Braithwaite. Another highlight was performing at the Norwood Food and Wine Festival.

In March 2006, Canadian label Unicorn Records re-released ‘More Than a Dream’ internationally. This pressing and distribution deal exposed Unitopia to the ever increasing world progressive rock market.

Early in 2007, Unitopia wrote and recorded ‘321’ a tribute to the courage, ordeal and eventual rescue of the Beaconsfield miners. Whilst in Adelaide, Brant Webb and Todd Russell sang backing vocals on the track which gained nationwide exposure including a segment on 60 minutes. In May 07, with support and funding from the West Tamar Council, the band launched the single ‘321’ at the one year anniversary memorial in Beaconsfield, Tasmania to an audience of nearly 3,000 people.

In Feb. 08, Unitopia signed a world wide publishing deal with Shock Music Publishing.

In July 2008, Unitopia was honored by being included on the CPR Volume 3 compilation CD. Their track ‘Lives Go ‘Round’ from ‘More Than a Dream’ is the opening song on the release. They are joined by some of progressive rock’s finest artists including Phil Keaggy, Everlasting Arms and Ted Leonard.

Now completed, Unitopia's 2nd CD 'The Garden' was released world-wide by InsideOut Music, the worlds largest progressive rock and progressive metal record company, in Europe and South Africa on October 27th and the US,Canada, South America, Australia and New Zealand on November 18th. Unitopia is the first Australian Progressive rock band to secure a 3 album deal with Inside Out.





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Jul 9 2009 11:20 AM

Saturday 11 July - live music is back, and its happening right here in the Higher Ground Main Theatre, featuring * Burn' Collect * Room 4.09 * Simon Peter Band * Spencer Jane.
Doors at 8:00pm
Entry $10


lazuli





Jul 8 2009 4:05 PM




dj carne





Jul 8 2009 2:39 PM

!!!OUT NOW!!! july 1, 2009

debut album - literary devices - on iTunes, Amazon, Rhapsody...

dj carne



Nikrouzo


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Jul 8 2009 11:16 AM

Hey Unitopia,

lade Dir jetzt kostenlos,
mit nur einem Klick auf den Banner,
meinen Free Track „Für ein Lächeln“ feat. FreekZound runter.


Viel Spaß beim Anhören und Grüße aus Hamburg City !!!

Yours, Nikrouzo

Ed Unitsky ™





Jul 6 2009 11:06 PM






Centascope





Jul 6 2009 9:21 AM

Hi Unitopia

Just stopping by to say hello and give you some news. The new album 'Coolgilly and the Freakshow' from Centascope is now available worldwide from CD Baby and directly from the merchandise page of the official website.
You can also get the album from Apple iTunes, MSN Music, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon and many more.

OLD FUTURE CRASH





Jul 6 2009 8:09 AM

El promo de Julio es Line Of Time, esta vez será un tramo distinto al que pusimos en el mes de Marzo y mas extenso.

Nuestros mejores deseos...

The Old Future Crash promo for July is Line Of Time. It is different from the one for March, and is also expanded.
 
Our best wishes....
Faber Optimé





Jul 6 2009 8:08 AM

Hey there,

Here's one from left field...

Ever wondered what to do in the event of a nuclear threat?

A while ago I found stuff that inspired me to make this film:

Living Under the Shadow of the Nuclear Umbrella

Both artistic (ensure you get the background music!) and educational, it primarily comprises official British government civil defence advice.

Though source materials are quite aged, much remains relevant today.

I encourage all to visit the YouTube page to learn more (Show support! Rate! Comment!) and responsibly circulate as widely as possible, here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UaIim3Rj7L4

Help to raise awareness.

Say have you checked out my web site recently?

Take care and keep in touch.

Best,
Faber.

"Just a guy trying to make the world a better place."

Black Knight-Looking for Bass Player





Jul 6 2009 7:26 AM

Hey Black Knight are currently looking for a bass player. If anyone out there is interested please read our blog for more details
Thanks
The Vagrants





Jul 6 2009 3:56 AM

g'day Unitopia,

Since you guys are my friends I though you might want to check out the hot new Vagrants vids from the recent Hi Fi Bar gig
http://www.youtube.com/thevagrants

Also 10 songs live recorded live at The HI Fi on Myspace at
www.myspace.com/thevagrantslive

Cheers,
see you at a gig!!!
Steve
MArteLive





Jul 3 2009 5:23 PM

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Jul 3 2009 3:02 AM



- What Dreams May Come -





Awesome scenes from the film "What Dreams May Come" with the song "Close To Heaven" by Enigma.

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Jul 2 2009 3:41 PM

Welcome to "our little family".   We're glad to have you on board.
 
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laurapo





Jul 2 2009 8:07 AM

It's really a pleasure to be here. Thank you so much for your friendship. All the best, Laura





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Jul 2 2009 8:02 AM

Warning !
Clacosmique EP 6 tracks is coming !
It will be available in one week...
Yorgos Pontsaris





Jun 29 2009 5:06 PM

.. hello, have a nice day,
..and a great summer time. enjoy it
peace, from Greece.

Steel-meets-Steel Festival





Jun 28 2009 7:44 PM

Tragt euch den 08.08.09 in euren Terminkalender ein. Das Steel-meets-Steel rockt zum ersten mal seit vielen Jahren wieder Open Air!!! Votet eure Band aufs Steel-meets-Steel Festival 2009! Ihr habt die Möglichkeit zu jeder Band die ihr gern auf dem Steel-meets-Steel sehen möchtet, eure Stimme in Form eines Kommentares zum Bandfoto abzugeben (in der Galerie). Ihr könnt für so viele Bands Voten wie ihr wollt, aber für jede Band bitte nur einmal. Am 31.07.09 siegt die Band mit den meisten Kommentaren. Neue Bands sind beim Contest natürlich willkommen. Einfach bei uns melden!

 

 

Karin


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Jun 27 2009 5:27 PM

Thx for adding me and , hey, thats so coool music!!
Hope you'll taste my songs??
Greetz from Germany
Karin
Believe





Jun 27 2009 4:07 PM

Hi! We are Believe from Poland! Our new third album "This Bread Is Mine" will be available everywhere in August 2009! Visit our profile on Monday and listen our new single...

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Jun 24 2009 8:37 PM

Hi Sean,
Just stopping by to wish you well from the up over.

Ralph
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Jun 24 2009 12:23 PM

Liebe Leute - NICHT VERGESSEN!!!
Am kommenden Freitag heißt es zum 13.Mal
THIS IS SKA auf der Burg zu Rosslau/Elbe




Gérard Godin Peintre/Sculpteur





Jun 24 2009 11:51 AM

bravo ! et merci ! Artistiquement. Gerard Godin
Flying Snake





Jun 24 2009 10:55 AM

Thanks for the friendship :)
Dark Daze Ahead





Jun 24 2009 4:24 AM

Hallo Unitopia

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