Flying Colors - Third Stage: Live In London (Album Review)

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Even eight years after their inception, the lineup of Flying Colors still appears too good to be true: Steve Morse, Neal Morse, Dave LaRue, Casey McPherson and Mike Portnoy. Unlike some supergroup projects, Flying Colors have always focused on the craft of songwriting, their instrumental prowess being a well-positioned bonus. The fact that they hold themselves as being a band - rather than a project - also bodes well for their longevity and camaraderie. Taking in a full concert covering their three studio albums is a telling reminder of just how diverse the band’s catalog already is: from anthems like
Representing three strong albums from this colorful band, Third Stage covers plenty of ground thematically, captured with well-mixed audio and well-appointed video. The sold out Shepherds Bush Empire in London is a fitting location to show the love (previous live shows have been recorded at the Z7 and in Tilburg’s O13), and after enjoying this two-hour concert from some of rock’s best musicians, the viewer will certainly be reminded again how special a band Flying Colors truly is.