tcp is...a
studio
band
who
not
only
admits
to
making
progressive
rock
but
are
pleased
to
be
extending
the
world’s
supply.
Their
music
is
based
on
the
collaborative
spirits
of
Henry
Tarnecky,
Blake
Tobias,
and
Jack
Wright.
All
three
are
multi-instrumentalist
composers.TCP stands for Temporal Chaos Project, where the word
temporal
has two meanings: temporary and wordly.
The
band’s
logo
is
symbolic
of
a
world
dichotomy,
the
forces
of
division
between
those
who
work
towards
general
advancement
and
those
who
perpetuate
conflict
through
power
and
control.
It’s
fairly
safe
to
assume
most
people
agree
this
dichotomy
exists.
TCP formed in early 2008 when Blake met up with both Henry and Jack within a two week period
and began collaborating. Although this began as an informal process, it became apparent as time
went forward that a special chemistry was taking place. With a number of ideas flowing, some
healthy mutual respect and the desire to musically press forward, the ball started rolling quickly.
The next 11 months were spent writing and recording what was to be “The Way”, while the
music and lyrics remarkably just seemed to pour out. As the musical synergy began to kick in and
started the adrenaline flowing, the signal was quite clear that “it was going to work”.
The band’s release of “The Way” in May 2009 on the 10T label showcase their flair for big music,
dramatic twists, and dynamics ranging from serene to heavy. Having received acclaim by astute
fans and music critics, many see this album as the happy marriage of 70's old school art rock and
modern progrock - an assessment the band doesn't dispute.
members
Henry Tarnecky - vocals, lyrics
As
lyricist
and
vocalist,
Henry
makes
efficient
use
of
just
about
any
musical
landscape,
often
working
where
few
others
would
ever
think
of
going.
With
characteristics
many
find
reminiscent
of
Peter
Gabriel
and
the
early
David
Bowie,
Henry
has
the
diverse
flair
for
capitalizing
on
both
sparse
and
dense
landscapes
in
unmistakable
fashion.
His
vocal
line
work
with
complex
timing
and
syncopated
rhythm
is
a
fundamental
and
endearing
trait
for
progressive
fans.
His
lyrical
style
ranges
from
humorous
to
sobering,
and
pointed
to
ambiguous
-
his
words
often
are
the
impetus
for
further
thought.
The
word poet suits Henry well. In addition, he’s a composer and keyboardist, contributing the piano to his song Mankind on The Way.
Blake Tobias - keyboards, bass
Known
for
his
strong
melodic
identities
and
rhythmic
counterpoint
on
keyboards,
Blake
treats
progressive
listeners
to
what
made
Art
Rock
appear
on
the
radar
in
the
1970s.
Ranging
from
serene
to
bombastic,
he
presents
a
host
of
emotions
and
vibes
uniquely
suitable
for
the
occasion.
Equally
at
home
with
shades
of
classical
inspired
symphonic
stylings
as
well
as
modern
and
vintage
sounds,
melodic
themes
and
varieties
tend
to
run
deep.
Blake
also
holds
down
the
low
end
in
many
songs
where
his
bass
work
occupies
both
melodic
and
rhythmic
zones.
In
addition,
he
is
a
composer
and
part-time
guitarist.
Blake
also
does
the
audio
mixing
for
TCP.
Jack Wright - guitars, drums
Jack’s
fluid
guitar
lines
combined
with
his
capacity
for
numerous
articulations,
styles,
and
tone
make
him
a
versatile
force.
No
stranger
to
rhythm,
he
is
as
fluent
as
a
rhythm
player
as
he
is
working
the
leads.
His
math-rock
orientation
and
preference
for
complex
time
signatures
translates
into
addictive
forays
into
a
vast
progressive
landscape.
Moving
from
melodic
to
eccentric
to
angular,
fluidity
is
just
one
of
his
trademarks.
His
drumming
follows
suit,
ranging
from
spartan
to
sophisticated
according
to
the
demands
of
the
song.
Jack
is
also
a
composer
and
bass
player,
contributing
bass
to
the
title
song
on
TCP’s
debut, The Way.
special guests
Tom - bass
Abbey - consultant
Reid - bass
Gary - guitars
Tom Shiben
, bass on You
Can
Never
Know and Heavy BillyAbbey Burch
,
consultant
on
the
album
The Way
Reid Tobias
, bass on SheepGary Carciello
, guitars on Mankind, rhythm guitar on She
Glenn Arpino
, mellotron on SheepGlenn Liljeblad
, lead guitar on SheepAnge DiGeronimo
, drums on I’m Me and Liberate Me (not pictured)Desiree Stisi
- back-up vocals on Mankind (not pictured
