Cargo Records

Music For The Divine

A strong contender for album of 2006. Glenn is joined by Red Hot Chilli Peppers Chad Smith and John Fruiscante.

2005 saw the release of two albums which were greeted with commercial and critical success; "Fused" with Tony Iommi and another solo album "Soul Mover" as well as the release on DVD of the Deep Purple "California Jam. "Soul Mover" saw the continuation of the successful creative partnership with Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith that began with Glenn's live DVD Soulfully Live in the City of Angels (2004). "Soul Mover" was voted 12th best album of the year by highly influential magazine CLASSIC ROCK. Glenn's latest album "Music for the Divine" is a rich tapestry of the soul, funk and rock, which have always influenced his music. Artistically and spiritually, this album is a true representation of where Glenn Hughes wants to be right now. The new album was recorded at the Hollywood Hills home of Chad Smith, who played drums and co produced the record with Glenn. Recording in the house (the former residence of actor Cary Grant) had a significant influence on the atmosphere of the music and the direction of the album. Joining Chad and Glenn on Music for the Divine was long-standing musical partner JJ Marsh on guitar and another RHCP, guitarist John Frusciante. A feature of the album is Glenn Hughes' acoustic guitar playing and string arrangements, both lesser know facets of his huge talent. "Music for the Divine" may well be Glenn's most fully realised album yet.