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The Alan Parsons Project is a pioneering British rock band known for blending progressive rock with rich, symphonic soundscapes. Their innovative studio production and concept albums have earned them a lasting legacy in classic rock history.
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The Alan Parsons Project's debut album 'Tales of Mystery and Imagination' (1976) was inspired entirely by the works of Edgar Allan Poe and featured narration by Orson Welles, who recorded his parts separately and sent them by tape.
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Q:When was The Alan Parsons Project formed?
A:The band formed in 1975 in London.
Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson created the group in the mid-1970s, combining studio precision and conceptual storytelling. Their formation marked the beginning of an innovative progressive rock collaboration blending pop sensibility with technical mastery.
Q:Who founded The Alan Parsons Project?
A:Alan Parsons and Eric Woolfson founded it.
Alan Parsons, a skilled producer-engineer, teamed up with songwriter-keyboardist Eric Woolfson. Together they produced sophisticated, concept-driven albums featuring various guest vocalists and session musicians rather than operating as a traditional touring rock band.
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