Album Notes

Tall Stories first rose to prominence upon the release of their self-titled debut album in 1991. At the vocal helm is Steve Augeri who previously provided the lead vocals for Journey, following Steve Perry's departure from the band.

Formed by Augeri with Jack Morer on guitars, Kevin Totoian on bass, and Tom DeFaria on drums, Tall Stories represents a group of musicians who were exposed and inspired by such diverse sounds ranging from: Blues to Rock, Funk, Punk, Country and Reggae. As a result, their music isn't typical of the standard rock genre.

" Tall Stories' debut album was a breath of fresh air in the melodic rock scene at the time. The band's unique musical core immediately became a sensation with rock fans and critics alike.

Tall Stories' rebirth offers its fans the opportunity to partake in what would be the band's second chapter. In addition to Tom DeFaria are a handful of stellar guest drummers to complete the picture. First, the talent of Rodney Howard (Avril Lavigne, Gavin DeGraw) contributed to "Stay" and "No Justice." Then the legendary Bobby Rondinelli (Rainbow, The Lizards) on the bombastic "River Rise." And last but not least, Nir Z (Genesis, John Mayer, Chris Cornell) on "Original Sin," "Eternal Light," and "Pictures of Summer" to name a few.

Produced by guitarist Jack Morer, Skyscraper stays true to the genesis of Tall Stories: music and songs that are as melodically rich and diverse as the band members themselves. From the opening track, "Tomorrow," an uptempo song reminiscent of U2 and Led Zeppelin, to the final song, "You Shall be Free," a Gospel number in every sense of the word, the new album is a musical tapestry of different colours and textures.