Carl Palmer and Asia to Pay Tribute to Band’s Co-founder in Englewood
Jay Lustig of The Record:
As part of the bergenPAC show, which is subtitled “An Extraordinary Life: An Interactive Celebration of the Life and Music of John Wetton,” clips of Wetton will be shown. And Asia fans have been encouraged – via social media and the group’s website, originalasia.com – to send in photos and videos of Wetton, some of which will be shown before and during the show. Wetton will also be the subject of a question-and-answer session featuring Asia members and others.
“Heat of the Moment” Art Piece by Carl Palmer
Over the last several months, Carl Palmer has been underway with the creation of an art piece in tribute to ASIA bandmate and musical collaborator John Wetton who passed away on January 31, 2017. The piece titled “Heat of the Moment” is now in a limited edition of just 50 pieces.
To purchase or learn more, please visit carlpalmerart.com.
Video Message from Carl
Here is a special video message from Carl Palmer talking about the end of his CPL tour, the start of the new ASIA tour with Journey, and the special John Wetton Tribute show.
Two Drum Legends Talk Percussion
Drum icons Carl Palmer (of ASIA and Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy) and Steve Smith (of JOURNEY and his own solo jazz group) confer behind Carl’s massive drum kit for a friendly chat. Both drummers are on tour together in America. Smith also posed with members of ASIA backstage.
