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Harlequin : Waking The Jester
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Hall Of Fame Canadian Classic Rockers are back at it. Sound and solid classic rock at it's finest.
Genre: Rock: Classic Rock
Release Date: 2007
Waking The Jester
Harlequin
Record Label: Harlequin
  • Download Album (MP3) - $9.99
  • Buy CD - $12.97
SPECIAL: 20% discount if you buy more than one copy of it today!
Preview Song Name Time Format Price Select
Shine On 3:44 $0.99
Rise 3:46 $0.99
Hell Or High Water 3:52 $0.99
40 Days In Your Car 3:43 $0.99
Black Out The Sun 4:12 $0.99
How Long 3:54 $0.99
This Limbo 4:16 $0.99
Take It Or Leave It 4:20 $0.99
Lolita 3:49 $0.99
Inbound Train 3:47 $0.99
Little White Lies 4:01 $0.99
You Can't Go Back 4:12 $0.99
Taste It 3:57 $0.99
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Album Notes

2006 Western Canadian Music Hall of Fame inductees Harlequin are a staple classic rock artist. The new CD delivers both the power and finesse expected by their existing fans and new younger audiences who are discovering classic rock. The band has recently been performing from coast to coast, playing to capacity audiences at arenas, festivals and other venues.
Harlequin’s roots began as a Canadian circuit band in early 1979. The debut album, Victim Of A Song was produced by Jack Douglas, who'd previously worked with the likes of Cheap Trick, Patty Smith, Aerosmith and John Lennon. Harlequin has achieved Canadian Platinum and Gold status on previous releases. Harlequin has had radio hits with “Innocence,” “Thinking Of You,” “Superstitious Feeling,” “I Did It For Love,” and consistent airplay with “No Mystery,” “Sweet Things In Life,” “You Are The Light” and “Survive.” Harlequin has extensively toured the U.S, South America and Canada and still receives international royalty payments from as far as Japan.
Based on previous sales and current touring attendances, the new CD is already sought with much anticipation by fans and is some of the strongest work to date by Harlequin. The CD is a collaborative effort shared equally between George Belanger, Derrick Gottfried and Darren Moore. Harlequin’s line up is fronted by original singer/songwriter George Belanger. George is joined by Derrick Gottfried on guitar, Darren Moore on guitar and keyboards and Nick Rivers on bass. Darren and Derrick have also stepped out on this album, sharing the vocal spotlight with George, each performing a track.

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REVIEWS

Not your 80s harlequin... Better!
author: Mark
I've been a fan of Harlequin since their very fine album, Love Crimes, from the early eighties. Like many bands from that decade, they fell off the radar and for all purposes were defunct. Happily, they cranked out "Waking the Jester" a few years ago. I'm sorry I didn't catch it when it was first released, but better late than never. As I said in the title, this has very little in common with their early efforts, and that's a good thing. As much as I like Love Crimes, this album stands alongside it as a great companion although there is little similarity between them, at least on the surface. Waking the Jester boasts a much harder sound, leaving the pop sensibilities of their earlier incarnation in the dust as they pursue a modern growl that persists throughout. The guitars are low and thunderous, the vocals are tough, and the songs demand attention. That said, they haven't lost complete touch with their roots. Vocal harmonies are present more often than not, and every song packs a nice hook that makes the album immediate and memorable. Good production, great songs, excellent execution... It deserves far more accolades than it will ever get. For those who are debating the purchase, you may consider this private stock and money well spent. Enjoy, and spread the word.
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author: Louie Gmiterek
just great it is time for a Harlequin concert in Beausejour, Man.
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Old and new
author: PJ
The songs are fresh but have the Harlequin sound. George Belanger's voice is unmistakeable even after all this time. Rock on!
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Totally AWESOME!!!!!!!!
author: Chip Ryle
I was so impressed with this cd. It's very well produced and alot of outstanding musicians involved. This is worth way more than the asking price. I highly recommend this to anyone who is looking for great,melodic,kick ass Rock & Roll. Harlequin Rocks.
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