Ground and Sky is an informational resource for fans of progressive rock or for music lovers looking to begin exploring this rich genre of rock music. While the site is aimed at fans of the genre, reviews and articles are not limited to strictly prog albums—instead, an effort is made towards reviewing albums of any genre that might appeal to prog fans.
In any case, the main attraction of Ground and Sky is the "reviews." As many albums of merit (or at least of interest) as possible will receive a "review"—but these are more than just reviews; they are collections of reviews, plus track listings, artist information, sound clips, and links to other relevant resources. In this manner, Ground and Sky differentiate itself from other progressive rock informational pages—as yet, no sites provide this complete range of information.
You can also find all Maine forms and templates related to business and daily matters. Please do not hesitate to select the one you need to create your unique document.
Legal Agreements and Contracts
A Maine hold harmless agreement protects one party from liability for damages or injuries incurred during a transaction or activity. This agreement is often employed in situations involving high risk, such as construction or events, where one party agrees not to hold the other responsible for potential legal claims.
The Maine purchase and sale agreement outlines how real estate is bought and sold in Maine. This document specifies the buyer's and seller's purchase price, property details, and obligations, forming the backbone of any real estate transaction.
Financial Instruments
In financial transactions, a Maine promissory note is a formal commitment by one party to repay a specified sum to another, typically including details like repayment terms and interest rates. This document is legally binding and essential for personal loans or financing agreements between individuals or businesses.
When buying or selling a car, the Maine vehicle bill of sale records the transaction, providing a description of the vehicle, the sale price, and the details of the buyer and seller. This document is necessary to transfer vehicle ownership officially and is required for vehicle registration.
Similarly, the Maine trailer bill of sale is crucial for documenting the transaction. It includes essential information such as the make, model, and serial number and helps both parties meet all legal requirements for the sale.
Property Transfers and Estate Planning
The last will and testament in Maine specifies how a person’s assets will be distributed upon their death. It also may appoint a guardian for minor children and an executor to manage the estate, ensuring the individual's final wishes are honored.
A Maine transfer-on-death deed allows property owners to name a beneficiary who will inherit their property automatically upon death. This deed simplifies the estate process by bypassing probate, and it can be particularly useful for streamlining real estate transfers to a specific heir.
Powers of Attorney and Healthcare Directives
The durable power of attorney in Maine enables an individual to appoint someone to manage their financial affairs, particularly if they become incapacitated. This document remains effective even if people can no longer decide for themselves, providing personal and financial management continuity.
A medical power of attorney in Maine grants a trusted individual the authority to make healthcare decisions on behalf of the grantor should they become unable to make such decisions themselves.
A living will in Maine provides directives for healthcare treatments the individual wishes to receive or avoid, particularly in end-of-life situations. This document ensures that a person’s medical preferences are respected when they can no longer communicate their decisions.
Lease and Real Estate Management
The Maine lease agreement sets out the terms under which a property is rented, including the lease length, monthly rent, and the landlord's and tenant's obligations. It is a legal foundation for the rental relationship, ensuring both parties understand their rights and responsibilities.
The Maine eviction notice formally starts removing a tenant for lease violations, such as non-payment of rent or other breaches of the lease agreement. This document is essential for landlords to enforce the lease terms legally.
The quit claim deed in Maine is commonly used to transfer property quickly and without warranty. This deed is beneficial for transfers between family members or to resolve simple title issues, as it conveys whatever interest the grantor has in the property without guarantees regarding other claims.
Articles
Ground & Sky has never been an article-centered website, but we've slowly accumulated this small collection of miscellaneous writings. They are organized by several broad categories and by the uploaded date.
Interviews
Görgényi Tamás of After Crying (Brandon Wu)
Iwan Hasan of Discus (Brandon Wu)
Mike Sary of French TV (Brandon Wu)
Jussi Kárkkáinen of Höyry-kone (Brandon Wu)
Jim Matus of Paranoise (Brandon Wu)
Concert Reviews
Opeth, Paradise Lost, and Tapping the Vein (Brandon Wu)
Sigur Rós and The Album Leaf (Brandon Wu)
Sigur Rós (Brandon Wu)
Godspeed You, Black Emperor! and Will Oldham (Brandon Wu)
ProgDay 2000 Festival (Jack Hesse)
Ottawa Jazz 2000 Festival (Sean McFee)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Todd Crane)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Bob Eichler)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Alan Mallery)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Sean McFee)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Steve Sly)
NEARfest 2000 Festival (Brandon Wu)
Dream Theater and The Dregs (Brandon Wu)
Godspeed You, Black Emperor! and Labradford (Sean McFee)
Other Reviews & Overviews
20th Century Rock & Roll, Vol.3 (Sean McFee)
On the Japanese Avant-Prog Scene (Dominique Leone)
An In-Depth Overview of Kansas (Bob Eichler)
A Brief Introduction to the Work of Frank Zappa (Bob Eichler)
Miscellany
Annual Top 10 Favorite Albums, 1997-2005 (Brandon Wu)
The Top Ten Most Cringe-Inducing Genesis Moments (David Lynch)
Features
This section is the meat of Ground & Sky. You can check out the recently-posted reviews at right or browse the archive using the alphabetical navigation bar above. You can also view a list of all reviews or search the archive. Enjoy!
Receptor Sight - Cycles and Connections, 2004
Our current featured album is the second from U.S. psych/space rock duo Receptor Sight. Though these guys have received zero publicity, their brand of experimental space rock, made entirely without synths or other electronics, is some of the most consistently engaging of its type—mysterious and occasionally beautiful stuff.
You will find these reviews most useful once you determine which of our reviewers have tastes most similar to yours. To help you, here are overviews of each of our writers' musical interests and tastes, written by the reviewers themselves.
Jonathan Byrne (inactive)
Bob Eichler
Jon Fry
Steve Hegede (inactive)
Jack Hesse (inactive)
Dominique Leone
Conrad Leviston
Heather MacKenzie (inactive)
Sean McFee
Joe McGlinchey
Gary Niederhoff
Matt P.
Nick Paluzzi (inactive)
Eric Porter (inactive)
Gary Varney (inactive)
Links
These link pages will undoubtedly be permanently under construction, especially since maintaining links is a pain in the butt and isn't the focus of Ground & Sky anyway. Nevertheless, here are some categorized pointers to relevant and valuable sites.
Progressive rock review sites
Other music review sites
Miscellaneous music sites of note
Good places to buy good music
Discussion forums and mailing lists
Latest progressive rock reviews:
Banks, Peter - Two Sides of Peter Banks
Glass Hammer - The Inconsolable Secret
Howe, Steve - Spectrum
Frogg Café - Fortunate Observer of Time
Discus - Tot Licht!
Rundgren, Todd - Something/Anything
Walsh, Steve - Shadowman
Amon Düül II - Wolf City
Gentle Giant - The Power and the Glory
Amon Düül II - Carnival in Babylon
Rundgren, Todd - Runt: The Ballad of Todd Rundgren
Zomby Woof - Riding on a Tear
Genesis - The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway
Rundgren, Todd - Runt
Blåkulla - Blåkulla
Tangerine Dream - Underwater Sunlight
Banco del Mutuo Soccorso - Darwin
Faust - So Far
Tangerine Dream - Atem
Berlione, Il - In 435 Minutes Infernal Cooking
Latest non-prog rock reviews:
Fripp & Eno - The Equatorial Stars
Harrison, George - Electronic Sound
Bar Kokhba Sextet - 50th Birthday Celebration Volume 11
Trephine - Trephine
Dark Water Transit - The Wonders of the New New Testament
Vangelis - Antarctica
Pelican - The Fire in Our Throats Will Beckon the Thaw
Corea, Chick - Light as a Feather
Faun Fables - Family Album
Mastodon - Leviathan
Anderson, Jon - In the City of Angels
Davis, Miles - On the Corner
Dungen - Ta det Lugnt
Sleepytime Gorilla Museum - Of Natural History
Charming Hostess - Eat
Receptor Sight - Cycles and Connections, 2004
Our current featured album is the second from U.S. psych/space rock duo Receptor Sight. Though these guys have received zero publicity, their brand of experimental space rock, made entirely without synths or other electronics, is some of the most consistently engaging of its type—weird and occasionally beautiful stuff.
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