24th July 2010

STEVE HACKETT’S

“Around The World in 80 Trains”

Electric Tour Returns to the UK

- There's only a handful though who can hold a candle to Hackett's ability to paint a landscape with his guitar – Get Ready To Rock

- An unforgettable show, and a superb performance from all on stage – Midlands Rocks

- Steve Hackett's music is a rare thing of quality and longevity in these more hectic times – Get Ready To Rock

Steve Hackett’s 2009 album Out Of The Tunnel’s Mouth has received unanimous acclaim from the media and fans alike. Having spent much this year touring the world with his “Around the World in 80 Trains” show he now returns to the UK to play a further 14 dates in November & December.

Such was the response to last year’s performances, Hackett and his Electric Band will be treating his legions of fans to another awe-inspiring display of virtuoso musicianship as Steve takes the audience on a remarkable and exhilarating musical journey. The show features some Genesis favourites, some of Steve’s best solo numbers, as well as a hefty dose of his newest work. This year’s shows will also feature extra surprises!

Out Of The Tunnel’s Mouth is widely regarded as one of Steve’s best works to date. Recorded entirely in his living room, and featuring some of the worlds most accomplished musicians, the album is now available in stores as a Special Edition 2CD Digipack (incl. 5 live & 1 studio bonus track), released by EMI/InsideOut.

Steve is joined on the road by:- Roger King (keyboards), Nick Beggs (bass, stick and vocals), Gary O’Toole (drums & vocals), Rob Townsend (Various saxes, flute, whistle and vocals) and Amanda Lehmann (guitar and vocals).

Of the forthcoming UK shows, Steve says: “It's been great to take the Train on the Road tour around the world, but as Dorothy says "There's no place like home" and I'm really looking forward to touring the UK again - My electric band will be celebrating the special edition of my album "Out of the Tunnel's Mouth", along with some surprise numbers... See you in November!”

Full tour details are:-

All tickets are subject to booking fee and available from venue box offices or websites as above.

During his career, Steve’s inherent talent has yielded success in a diverse range of musical genres, from his years with Genesis, through jazz, world music, rock and blues. He is an equally gifted classical guitarist, with 4 hit classical albums to his name.

Steve Hackett's official website is www.hackettsongs.com

9th November 2009

STEVE HACKETT OVERCOMES LEGAL ISSUES TO RELEASE ‘OUT OF THE TUNNEL’S MOUTH’     Cat No. WWCD001

“Out of the Tunnel’s Mouth is not just one of Hackett’s very best solo works, but also one that should now receive an appropriate amount of attention” – Classic Rock

“Steve Hackett’s 29th solo album is something rather special” – Record Collector

“'Out of the Tunnel's Mouth is irresistible music uniquely stamped by Steve Hackett” – Get Ready to Rock

“…the entire album is as close to musical perfection as you could wish for. There are moments when Steve leaves you breathless with his guitar work and some moments of pure joy…” – Liverpool Student Media

Originally scheduled for release on October 5th, the release of Steve Hackett’s new album, “Out of the Tunnel’s Mouth” had to be postponed due to legal issues. A court hearing last Friday determined Steve could release the album on his own Wolfworks Records label on 16th November 2009.

The album, which initial feedback unanimously states, is one of Hackett’s most stunning pieces of work to date, is available exclusively from www.hackettsongs.com. The first 500 orders will receive copy of the album signed by Steve.

With “Out Of The Tunnel’s Mouth”, former Genesis guitarist Steve has returned to his roots, having assembled an array of musicians who compliment his virtuosity with both the electric and acoustic guitar. The team includes (in alphabetical order) Nick Beggs: bass & Chapman stick, Dick Driver: double bass, John Hackett: flute, Steve Hackett: guitar & vocals, Roger King: keyboards & programming, Lauren King: backing vocals, Ferenc Kovacs: violin, Amanda Lehmann: vocals, Jo Lehmann: backing vocals, Anthony Phillips: twelve string guitar, Chris Squire: bass, Christine Townsend: violin & viola and Rob Townsend: soprano sax.

Recorded entirely in Steve’s living room Steve and Roger King embraced all the recording techniques available to them, the only criteria applied was “does it sound really good?” The answer is, yes, it sounds awesomely good.

Steve says, “I’m totally biased of course but I suspect it’s probably the best album ever crafted in a Twickenham living room since the Stones set fire to the Station Hotel!” Of his own playing and of the album, Steve continues, “Of course I’ve made a lack of identifiable style a calling card over the years because I always want a trip around the entire musical universe on every musical outing. That’s what radio attempted to deliver in the less discerning days of my inebriated youth. I’m harder to please now and infinitely more sober, but I had just as much of a ball making “Out of the Tunnel’s Mouth” with the team around me as I did when I hung on Auntie BBC’s every nocturnal emission when I was a young hopeful.”

To support the release of “Out of the Tunnel’s Mouth” Steve will bring his Train On The Road Tour to

All tickets are subject to booking fee and available from venue box offices or websites as above.

During his career, Steve’s inherent talent has yielded success in a diverse range of musical genres, from his years with Genesis, through jazz, world music and blues. He is an equally gifted classical guitarist, with 4 hit classical albums to his name.

Steve Hackett's official website is www.hackettsongs.com