OVERVIEW: Neal Morse’s new album’s title (“Sola Scriptura” which means “Only By Scripture” in Latin) is as interesting and provocative as the music itself. Featuring Mike Portnoy of Dream Theater and the riveting guitar work of Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big), this album is huge in scope and sound! Filled with incredible melodies, cascading guitar and keyboards and all the great composition this ex Spock’s Beard leader is known for, “Sola Scriptura” reaches beyond what one would think possible on a progressive rock epic. Lyrically it draws on the life of Martin Luther, the Christian reformer who lived in the early 1500s. He’s the one who nailed the 95 theses on the door of the Cathedral in Germany and rocked the entire world at the time. “I tried to imagine what it must have been like to go up against corruption in high places and risk life and limb for what you believe is right” says Morse. Will this album be controversial? Surely. But Morse has never been one to draw away from a challenge. One of the great moments on the album is a heavy rock song in which the Pope sings “I may have a mistress but at least I’m a hetero” describing the corruption of the Papacy at the time of Luther. You really must hear this to believe it! Morse says “I felt as a Christian I should make this album and point out to people that may have forgotten how the church fell away from righteousness in the Dark Ages. The point of it is to point us toward God and his truth and where the church still may have darkness in it, to point her toward the light of God’s truth which is laid out wonderfully before us in the scriptures. Of course, this is a lofty goal for a mere CD, but, with God anything is possible!” KEY SELLING POINTS * Musicians include Neal Morse (Spocks Beard, Transatlantic, solo) • Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater) - drums • Paul Gilbert (Mr. Big) - guitars * As a founding member, lead vocalist, keyboardist, guitarist and primary songwriter for the critically acclaimed progressive rock outfit SPOCK’S BEARD and TRANSATLANTIC, Neal has sold in excess 150,000+ units in the U.S. through RED Distribution, PLUS and additional 45,000 units as a solo recording artist. * Neal was named one of the Top 100 Front-men in Rock by CLASSIC ROCK magazine * Extremely loyal fan base * Top sales markets include: NY/NJ, LA, CHI, BOSTON, PHILLY, BALT/DC, SEATTLE, DENVER, PHOENIX, DETROIT, SAN FRAN/SAN JOSE/OAKLAND MARKETING * Service for reviews and features to all national and regional Rock press, Christian and musician oriented publications * Adverts in National and regional music publications * Co-op, P&P programs and One Stop adverts * Internet advertising campaign including banners and flash e-cards up on all top progressive and Christian rock sites prior to release * Preview tracks, reviews, tour dates and more available at www.nealmorse.com ALSO AVAILABLE FROM NEAL MORSE and METAL BLADE RECORDS Neal Morse - One CD 14519-2 Neal Morse - Testimony CD 14451-2 Neal Morse - Testimony LIVE DVD 34039-9 Neal Morse - Neal Morse CD 14278-2 Neal Morse - ? CD 14553-2 Morse/Portnoy/George CD 14586-2 For additional information visit: www.metalblade.com Or contact Metal Blade Records at 805-522-9111 ext 28/16 or your RED sales representative METAL BLADE RECORDS INC. 2828 COCHRAN ST., PMB 302, SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 • (805) 522-9111 FAX (805) 522-9380 SELECTION #: 14612-2 UPC: 039841461220 SERIES: 1798 CONFIG: CD TARGET MARKETS: NATIONAL HOME BASE: Nashville, TN GENRE: Progressive Rock, Christian STREETDATE: 3/06/07 TRACK LISTING: Track 1. The Door (29:14) i Introduction ii In The Name Of God iii All I Ask For iv Mercy for Sale v Keep Silent vi Upon The Door Track 2. The Conflict (25:00) i Do You know My Name? ii Party to the Lie iii Underground iv Two Down, One to Go v The Vineyard vi Already Home Track 3. Heaven in my Heart (5:11) Track 4. The Conclusion (16:34) i Randy’s Jam ii Long Night’s Journey iii Re-Introduction iv Come Out Of Her v Clothed With The Sun vi In Closing... Total Time: 75:58