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A LIFE OF IT'S OWN

by MEMORY BURN

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1.
TIME 06:19
2.
LET GO 04:04
3.
BENEATH THE SAND 03:43
4.
ISOLATION 00:56
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DOWN TO THE GROUND 04:45
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BELIEVE 04:12
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TIME REPRISE 02:08
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MY PRIVATE HELL 03:10
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FEAR 04:11
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WHY 03:49
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STILLBORN DREAMS 02:35
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FREEDOM 02:07
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EPILOGUE 01:57

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Given all his many Human Drama releases, it's interesting to hear Johnny Indovina sing someone else's words for the entirety of an album (his band's Pin-Ups collection aside, admittedly). With all songs written by pianist David Zimmerman, formerly of Miracle Mile, and produced by Indovina, A Life of Its Own is an unexpected treat. In ways, Memory Burn is a low-key supergroup; besides Indovina, drummer Rob Cournoyer from Raging Slab and guitarist/regular Tori Amos backer Steve Caton participate, as does Zimmerman's Miracle Mile bandmate Michael Mallory on bass.

Far from trying to take over the world à la Blind Faith, though, Memory Burn emphasizes an elegantly wasted, just-polished-enough trip through classic, glam, and art rock roots. If it can't escape the shadow of its inspirations entirely, A Life of Its Own does indeed live up to the title well enough, something more than a formal exercise. With Indovina concentrating only on singing and a bit of percussion instead of guitar, it's a further split from his darker style, as Caton's playing is a little more fluid, suggesting a slightly calmer Mick Ronson (if perhaps dedicated a little too much to extra soloing for its own sake). Indovina's vocals are quite wonderful throughout, meditative and yearning ("Believe" is a standout moment for him, especially on the chorus), while co-producer Jim Wirt's soothing backing singing creates an attractive blend. Zimmerman's steady, descending chords help bring the glam touches a bit more to life, and the overall performances are at their collective best really striking.

"Down to the Ground" is perhaps the best track on the album, showcasing the individual strengths of each performer while contributing to the whole, while the vocal/piano-only combination on "My Private Hell" and the perversely jaunty kick on "Stillborn Dreams" are also highlights.

NED RAGGETT- ALL MUSIC GUIDE

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released December 5, 2020

The Memory Burn album A Life of Its Own was released by Noise Kontrol in 2002. Memory Burn comprises several high-profile musicians who came together specifically to create this album.

Vocalist Johnny Indovina of the critically acclaimed Human Drama is joined by guitarist Steve Caton, a fixture in Tori Amos projects for over a decade, Raging Slab drummer Rob Cournoyer, bassist Mike Mallory, and pianist Dave Zimmerman. The record was produced by Johnny Indovina and co-produced by Jim Wirt, whose has previously worked with L.A. Guns, Incubus, and Human Drama.

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Since their formation in the early 80s, singer/songwriter/guitarist Johnny Indovina has guided Human Drama through over a dozen critically acclaimed albums and countless spectacular live performances, creating a beautifully intense collection of work, while gathering the band a deeply devoted following in America, and most notably Mexico. ... more

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