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CARRY-ON ANNOUNCE SIMON PHILIPS-PRODUCED DEBUT ALBUM, 'NO TIME FOR WARNING,' OPENING SHOW FOR THE MOTELS

Merging guitar-driven melodic rock with elements of pop, a dash of prog, and strong songwriting, Carry-On will undoubtedly appeal a wide cross-section of rock fans – as evidenced by their Simon Philips-produced debut album, 'No Time for Warning,' which will be released on Friday, October 25, 2024, via DEKO Entertainment, and their lead-off single, "Three and a Half Minutes," which can be heard here:

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And on September 27^th, the band (which is comprised of Mark Prudeaux: lead vocals, Pete Sarenana: lead guitar, Ruben Reza: guitar and backing vocals, Ray Kobeski: guitar and backing vocals,  Ernest Tibbs: bass, and Adam Ponce: drums) will offer a preview of material from their new album, when they open for new wave hitmakers the Motels at the Canyon Club in Agoura Hills, CA. 

And none other than legendary drummer Simon Philips produced the album and guests on it. However, not on the instrument he is most associated with, but rather, keyboards, hand claps, and backing vocals.

"Simon was always Adam's main inspiration as a drummer, and after somewhat impressing Simon at one of his drum clinics, Adam asked if Simon would consider re-recording Adam. Simon agreed and was also persuaded to re-record some of Mark's vocals and mix the album adding a little production flare here and there. Somehow after completing the process, Adam became Simon’s slave…I mean drum tech. Just kidding, we all love Simon."

Sarenana also gives major credit to Roy Z (who has previous worked with Bruce Dickinson, Rob Halford, and Sepultura) for what he added to the album. "Roy brought confidence and inspiration to the album. As well as some vintage recording gear, a couple of cool guitar pedals, some fun stories, and a vibe that kept the project surprising and interesting as it grew." Additionally, the guitarist discussed some of the album's standout tracks, including "Shout." "It’s a different style than what I usually write. The song also went through more revisions than any of the other songs. It took a while to get this one right."

Also tops on the list is the first single off the album, "Three and a Half Minutes," which made Apple Music's Rock Playlist when released in July, and for which a music video has been filmed and viewable on YouTube or at the top of this page.

"'Three and a Half Minutes' is about the challenge a songwriter faces when trying to excite an audience with an emotional expression they can relate to. By painting a picture with words, phrases, chords, beats and melodies and cramming it all into the confines of three and a half minutes."

And if the band has their way, they will continue promoting 'No Time for Warning' for the foreseeable future. "Hopefully some touring for this record, more videos, merch, maybe some high profile collaborations…and a second album."

'No Time for Warning' track listing:

Three And A Half Minutes 

No Time For Warning 

Last Time I Saw You 

Lonely Long And Lean 

I’m Ready 

Be My Baby 

Only A Dream 

Angel On Fire 

Shout 

City Lights 

Queen Of Hearts

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