Willowglass is a British progressive‑rock project created by multi‑instrumentalist Andrew Marshall in 2003–2004. The project was conceived as a modern homage to the classic progressive‑rock sound of the early to mid‑1970s. Before founding Willowglass, Marshall had performed in numerous bands since the early 1980s, playing guitar, bass and keyboards across genres such as rock, pop, funk and blues. Despite this stylistic range, his enduring musical passion remained rooted in progressive rock. During a break from band activity, Marshall began composing material inspired by the symphonic and instrumental traditions of 1970s prog. He invited drummer Dave Brightman, a former bandmate from a 1990s blues group, to collaborate on the recordings. This partnership resulted in the first Willowglass album, which exceeded expectations in both reception and reach. Following the success of the debut, Marshall and Brightman reunited to record the second album, Book of Hours, released in 2008. Around the same period, Marshall contributed additional tracks to concept projects curated by the Finnish publication Colossus Magazine, later issued through Musea Records. After a five‑year interval, Willowglass returned with the third album, The Dream Harbour. For this release, Marshall expanded the project’s musical palette by collaborating with drummer Hans Jörg Schmitz and multi‑instrumentalist Steve Unruh (flute, violin, guitar). Their contributions broadened the album’s sonic range and enhanced its instrumental complexity.
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The Face of Eurydice
The Labyrinth
The Crossing
Tower of the King’s Daughter
Argamasilla
The Maythorne Cross
The Dream Harbour
Remembering
A Short Intermission
Walking the Angels
Interlude No. 2