Frontiers Music SRL Announces the Signing of Asia
Frontiers proudly welcomes iconic rock supergroup ASIA—kicking off a powerful new chapter in their 45-year legacy.
Geoff Downes, a founding member, returns with an electrifying new lineup:
- Virgil Donati (drums)
- John Mitchell (guitar)
- Harry Whitley (vocals/bass)
“This is very much a homecoming for the band,” says Downes. “We’re entering an exciting new chapter with live albums, DVDs, and a brand-new studio album set for 2026. Watch this space!”
Frontiers VP Mario de Riso adds: “So proud and excited. Thanks to this fabulous new lineup, new music from Asia can now come to fruition. It will be a blast!”
Born in 1982, Asia quickly became a global sensation with hits like “Heat Of The Moment” and “Only Time Will Tell.”
Asia has entertained and delighted a multitude of audiences over the last forty years. Some of the world’s greatest musicians have taken up the Asia baton during that time. However, Geoff Downes believes that time is right to bring a fresh, new-looking Asia out into the light. The Year of the Dragon foretells good fortune, abundance and prosperity. The Dragon blessed 1982, the year Asia was first unleashed into the world—and now the journey has come full circle. Time for the dragon to take flight once more.
Asia to Play at Trading Boundaries in April 2025
Geoff, Virgil, John and Harry are pleased to announce Asia’s 3 dates at Trading Boundaries on April 10th, 11th, and 12th, 2025. They will be playing the albums ASIA, on the 10th, ALPHA on the 11th and ASTRA on the 12th, including other hits on each day.
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Geoff Downes announces John Wetton An Extraordinary Life book
ABOUT THE BOOK
Musician, songwriter, singer and “top bloke” (as Geoff Downes describes him), John Wetton lived a truly extraordinary life. In this book some seventy-plus people who knew and worked with John, from Family, King Crimson, Uriah Heep, Wishbone Ash, Roxy Music, U.K., Asia, the John Wetton solo band and beyond, pay tribute to that fact. Other contributors hail from the music industry and have compelling tributes to pay, equal to those from friends who knew John for decades, and his family.
Among the stories of friendship, music and sometimes craziness are reflections on what made John Wetton such an unforgettable man. His friends and family do not steer clear of his problems but rather explain the why, how, and triumph over them in honest and touching recollections. Scattered among the stories are personal and classic photos of John at work and play which add to the celebration of An Extraordinary Life.
Remember John Wetton – Five Years Later
Five years have gone by since the day that broke the hearts of countless John Wetton fans.
Five years since John said goodbye, changing life as we know it, and leaving a void behind which could be filled only by the immortal notes of his music.
Five years that saw the world going through an unprecedented test and being frozen in its steps, for long, silent months.
As the planet laid dormant and ran frantic at the same time, the world of JW took a respectful step back, putting projects on hold and waiting for everything to heal. However, the die was cast and the quiet times gave many of John’s friends, family and associates a chance to reflect and pay tribute, contributing their personal stories to the creation of the ultimate homage to his immense creative talent.
Like in all the best stories, there’s laughter, tears, love, passion, angels and demons, the roller coaster of, you guessed it, an extraordinary life.
Thoughts from Geoff Downes: Right now I am thinking back to what is exactly 5 years since we lost my great friend and musical collaborator, John Wetton. Not a day goes by without raising a thought to his memory. I miss his company greatly, not just in musical terms but also his wonderful sense of humour and friendship. That is something I will always cherish. But with that sadness, comes great joy that I was blessed with his presence in my life. The many songs we wrote together are timeless, and will hopefully be played, enjoyed and remembered for all eternity. That alone is cause for celebration. So John, I salute you dear friend. “Ride Easy” and “Till We meet Again”. GD x