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What the Water Wants Subtlety, finesse, nuance tend not to be the words you instinctively associate with progressive metal. Yet Ray Alder’s first solo album, What the Water Wants with InsideOut Music, is an admirable, at times even eloquent demonstration of a vocal prowess which is impressive both in terms of the diversity it displays as well as the confident deftness with which he approaches the material being offered.

Probably best known as the intense and energetic lead singer for Fates Warning since joining the band for No Exit in 1988, his performances for them are a captivating blend of assured power, focused depth and passionate excitement. With the release of What the Water Wants, Alder gets the chance to stretch his legs and prove, beyond the shadow of any doubt, that his voice possesses engaging, if not unexpected levels of refinement and sophistication.

Personnel

 * Ray Alder – composer, lyricist, producer, vocals
 * Michael Abdow – bass, composer, guitar
 * Tony Hernando – bass, composer, guitar
 * Katie Pachnos – electric autoharp
 * Craig Anderson – drums

Production

 * Simone Mularoni – Mixing / Mastering
 * Mike Sanz – Vocal Engineer
 * Pablo Sanz – Photography
 * Cecilia Garrido Stratta – Artwork, Layout
 * Terrence Watkin – Drum Engineering
 * Mixed At – Domination Studio
 * Record Company – Sony Music Entertainment Services GmbH
 * Lacquer Cut At – Optimal Media GmbH
 * Lacquer Cut By – HL*