A Rising Force is an all original
Minnesota rock act made up of musicians from prominent regional and
national musical pasts. The band collectively have had multiple albums released, MMA
nominations & awards, along with national and international touring
backgrounds.
A Rising Force’s
members are no stranger to the recording industry:
Guitarist Leni DiMancari (Founding
member of Hurricane Alice who changed their name to Hericane Alice for
Atlantic Records) has recorded with members of Y&T, Le Mans, Cacophony, and
Montrose.
Bass player Brian Lorenson
and Drummer Lane Allen were members of Dare Force. DiMancari, Allen, and
Lorenson were all part of the last incarnation of the band prior to A
Rising Force.
Dare Force (Who’s original
lead vocalist was Dave Reese) eventually reached international status touring
and worldwide distribution for their 4 albums. A Rising Force lead singer Mark
Westlund recorded with Them Pesky Kids, Touched, and performed on a
host of tribute albums.
Their motto is “Old school
rock with a new world attitude” and the album definitely shows it on every
track of the debut of A Rising Force. The music is guitar-driven commercial hard
rock combined with 4-part harmonies, and all fronted by an arena rock lead
vocalist. The songs are all real-life experiences and stories about life, love,
loss, heartache, and the world around us.
Mark Westlund - Lead
Vocals, Guitar
Brian
Lorenson - Bass, Vocals
Lane Allen -
Drums, Vocals, Percussion
Leni
DiMancari - Guitar, Vocals, Keyboards
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