Al Rose Discography
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Pigeon's Throat
[WM - 9906]
His third CD with The Transcendos, released November 1999
CD $15


For his third album, Pigeon's Throat, Al Rose is again working with his band, The Transcendos, who provided the fascinating sound that won critical raves on his second album, Naked In A Trailer. The new album's eleven songs range from the re-written history of "Lincoln," the breezy feel of "Lighter Than A Feather," the rollicking "Ripe Unacceptable Now," the sound-noir of "Polish My Car" and an emotional ballad that will sound timeless upon the first listen, "Patience." This is further evidence of what the Chicago Tribune's Greg Kot called, "One of Chicago's most literate and engaging songwriters

Al Rose
My First Posthumous Release
CD $15

The still-living and ever-clever Chicago songsmith Al Rose delivers his fifth disc, My First Posthumous Release, his most consistent and satisfying album ever. From the heartfelt to the humorous, he tells his tales against a deep sonic Americana backdrop that’s full of musical invention and lyrical wonderment. The recording was made with his band The Transcendos (guitarist Steve Doyle, bassist Steve Hashimoto, drummer Sarah Allen, harmony vocalist Laura Blye, pianist and organist Carter Luke, and guitarist Maury Smith ) along with a number of friends helping out. Contributing their genius were violinist Steve Gibons, cellist Alison Chesley (from Verbow, Jason & Alison, and Helen Money), mandoliist Don Stiernberg, pedal steel player Brian Wilke, drummer Heath Chappell, trombonist Jeb Bishop, vibist and former Coctail Mark Greenberg, tuba player Rob Pleshak, percussionist Carlos Cornier, tap dancer Mark Yonally, and on the saw, Sarah Hotlschlag.

Naked In A Trailer
[Whitehouse No. 9]
His second album, released 1996.

Al Rose captures his spellbinding musical magicianship on his second album. Again working with his band,The Transcendos, the songs are as fascinating as those on Information Overload but the warmth, the interplay, the simpatico of the musicians, glows on every track. His dynamic stylistic spectrum ranges from his dada-gospel "Wander Blind," to the full force of "Mister Bigger" to the quiet simmer of "21st Of June." These are lyrics meant to envelop you. As the Manhattan Mirror commented, "Al Rose is a platinum wordsmith who specializes in stacking realities one on top of another. His sublimely incoherent rant and roll sends images splattering like the paint on a Jackson Pollack canvas."

Information Overload
[Whitehouse No. 2]
His debut CD, from 1994


Al Rose makes his long-awaited debut with Information Overload. He has been writing songs and performing for more than 20 years. He is best-known in the Midwest for leading his large band, The Transcendos. His fascinating lyrics are brought to life by his distinctive voice and quirky musical style

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Monkey Holding Peach Records

Al Rose is a striking songwriter and musician with a unique and powerful vision that continues to jell and focus on his 4th and latest release.
 

Uncommon Ground Coffeehouse Sampler
[UCG-1]

A collection of live performances by various local artists. Featuring his song "Cuptigo," and a spoken word introduction.