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Tears for Fears’ Seeds of Love) – a welcome shot of some of the most joyous wide-eyed escap- ism I’ve created in my career so far.” The 11-track CD is intricate and insightful as it addresses is- sues such as refugees, religious fundamentalists, technology and terrorists. Yet for all its serious- ness To The Bone has plenty of catchy moments woven into its complex compositions. Other press agencies have given To The Bone high marks with Mojo awarding it a four-star review, noting the album “keeps its pop and prog influences in a near perfect balance,” while Uncut labeled it “a lush and ambitious piece of progressive pop. On To The Bone Wilson has lived up to the aspiring albums that motivat- ed him as he in turn encourages the next generation of musicians to dig deep. UFO was formed in London in 1969. They became a transitional group between early hard rock and heavy metal. Over a career spanning 48 years, UFO has re- Watch a video for “Nowhere Now” by Steven Wilson NJ STAGE 2017 - Issue 40 INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 51