Pianted in the unique, futurist artwork of Ed
Unitisky, Planetary Overload ~ Loss, is a master
work by UPF; created by
songwriter/vocalist/producer, Mark “Truey” Trueack
and songwriter/producer/multi-instrumentalist
Steve Unruh. This is prog rock pushing limits – a
journey through 3 phases spread across 75 minutes
in the form of 12 songs! (And this is just Part 1 of a
double album!)
Instead of taking us to familiar, ethereal prog rock
realms, ‘Loss’ forces us to lift our heads
towards the realities of climate change taking place
around us.
However musically and lyrically it is not all doom
and gloom. Right from the start the Loss anthem
lifts our spirits with the refrain, “Loss brings us
together. Loss takes us closer than before …”
It prepares us for an epic and diverse musical
experience consisting of some of the finest prog
rock musicians in the world – Steve Hackett, Steve
Unruh, Christophe Lebled, Jerry Marotta, Marek
Arnold, Mark Franco, Raf Azaria, Nick Magnus, Hasse
Froberg, Gordo Bennett and Matt Williams (and
others just as accomplished)!
‘Planetary Overload ~ Loss’ has everything from
choral symphonies, rapturous flute, electric and
acoustic lead guitar solo’s that rival David Gilmour,
to jazz-infused suites of grandeur and heart
wrenching melodies that never lose sight of the
message: Our planet is suffering and needs our
urgent help!
Mark Trueack and Steve Unruh with the help of the
finest musicians in progressive rock, have
composed a brilliant and meaningful, musical
master-work that demands the listener to stop what
they’re doing and listen very closely. I found myself
listening many times because the musical diversity
and density of this album is extraordinary! If asked
who I would compare it with – I couldn’t really think
of another prog rock band! However – Yes, King
Crimson and Emerson, Lake and Palmer are bands
that have sometimes crossed my mind while
listening to ‘Planetary Overload ~ Loss.’
Personal stand-outs are, ‘Loss (Anthem)’ ;
‘Cruel Times’ ; ‘Stop Time’ ; ‘What If’ ‘Dying to be
Reborn’ and ‘Seeds of Life.’
hello UPF,
I’m so glad you guys are still making music even though unitopia is over. I also like your website, but I can’t stop thinking: where did they get the background? is there any way I could see the picture somewhere?
Hi Eric, we want to take on on all of the world but it always comes back to expense, we are working on strategies to get there!
Thank you for your support
We will stay in touch
Cheers
Truey
Love the CD, some stirring compositions … thought I might buy a few t-shirts, but I can’t locate an actual merchandise purchase link to do so … any suggestions?
Thanks for the invite to follow along with UPF. Like many others I heard Unitopia at the “end” and wished you guys had 10 more albums…. it looks like my wish may come true with the rising of UPF. All of us are looking forward to some awesome music!
Should you guys ever make it to Oregon, USA… PLEASE remember us little guys down in the south end of the state and do a night or two here in Medford, OR. And should that not happen, and should you be “Just Passing Through” contact me as I would love to discuss music with you guys… again, thanks to be part of the new UPF efforts.
Discovered your wonderful work, browsing through the internet to find good progressive music. Always was inspired by such bands as Gentle Giant and Premiata Forneria Marconi. I think you are not worse.
ps. Regret you don’t have own wikipedia page.
I am thrilled to have found where the Unitopia members went…at first hear I was hooked,and as stated by others,crushed that it had ceased to exist.I thank MOROW internet radio for playing a UPF cut on the show…they get the credit for me,and i’m sure,many others enjoying your music!!! Can I pre-order?
Cheers…!
I went from Germany more than 300 km to Heerlen/NL to see “Unitopia” 😉 for the first time in my life.
I was realy surprised, that not more people came to visit your show and listen to the beautiful Music.
I hope that Mr. Arnold is restored to health!
All the best wishes to the Band! I hope to see you once in the near future in Northern-Germany as well!
High to All you members of UPF ..Unitopia and Southern Empire. I like your music so much. Best Prog i ever heard. But i have a little Problem so i whisch that anyone who reads this could help me.
For i am the greatest Fan i order the dvd one night in europe. But i cant get any Information about my order and no E-mail Adress is Working…
I was hugely disappointed to hear about the demise of Unitopia, but the theme and sound seems to be continuing with UPF. I wish you every success and I am looking forward to hearing the debut album. I am going to try to get over to Glasgow in October for the live show. See you then!
I am so excited about this project. Unitopia’s music touched me deeply and I have no doubt that UPF will do the same. I can’t wait to hear more from you all.
Keithie. Xxx
Both UPF and Unitopia are active in 2020 onwards!
The new Unitopia website is https://unitopiamusic.net/home
Pianted in the unique, futurist artwork of Ed
Unitisky, Planetary Overload ~ Loss, is a master
work by UPF; created by
songwriter/vocalist/producer, Mark “Truey” Trueack
and songwriter/producer/multi-instrumentalist
Steve Unruh. This is prog rock pushing limits – a
journey through 3 phases spread across 75 minutes
in the form of 12 songs! (And this is just Part 1 of a
double album!)
Instead of taking us to familiar, ethereal prog rock
realms, ‘Loss’ forces us to lift our heads
towards the realities of climate change taking place
around us.
However musically and lyrically it is not all doom
and gloom. Right from the start the Loss anthem
lifts our spirits with the refrain, “Loss brings us
together. Loss takes us closer than before …”
It prepares us for an epic and diverse musical
experience consisting of some of the finest prog
rock musicians in the world – Steve Hackett, Steve
Unruh, Christophe Lebled, Jerry Marotta, Marek
Arnold, Mark Franco, Raf Azaria, Nick Magnus, Hasse
Froberg, Gordo Bennett and Matt Williams (and
others just as accomplished)!
‘Planetary Overload ~ Loss’ has everything from
choral symphonies, rapturous flute, electric and
acoustic lead guitar solo’s that rival David Gilmour,
to jazz-infused suites of grandeur and heart
wrenching melodies that never lose sight of the
message: Our planet is suffering and needs our
urgent help!
Mark Trueack and Steve Unruh with the help of the
finest musicians in progressive rock, have
composed a brilliant and meaningful, musical
master-work that demands the listener to stop what
they’re doing and listen very closely. I found myself
listening many times because the musical diversity
and density of this album is extraordinary! If asked
who I would compare it with – I couldn’t really think
of another prog rock band! However – Yes, King
Crimson and Emerson, Lake and Palmer are bands
that have sometimes crossed my mind while
listening to ‘Planetary Overload ~ Loss.’
Personal stand-outs are, ‘Loss (Anthem)’ ;
‘Cruel Times’ ; ‘Stop Time’ ; ‘What If’ ‘Dying to be
Reborn’ and ‘Seeds of Life.’
hello UPF,
I’m so glad you guys are still making music even though unitopia is over. I also like your website, but I can’t stop thinking: where did they get the background? is there any way I could see the picture somewhere?
All of the images are available in the gallery:
http://unitedprogressivefraternity.com/site/galleries/
Ted Ollikkala
UPF Webmaster
HI everybody
Any plans on touring N.A.? more specifically Montreal Quebec?
Thanks a new fan
Hi Eric, we want to take on on all of the world but it always comes back to expense, we are working on strategies to get there!
Thank you for your support
We will stay in touch
Cheers
Truey
Love the CD, some stirring compositions … thought I might buy a few t-shirts, but I can’t locate an actual merchandise purchase link to do so … any suggestions?
Hi Marvin,Thank for your kind words, Tshirts are available please send me your sizes to [email protected]
Thank you
best wishes
Truey
Truey,
Thanks for the invite to follow along with UPF. Like many others I heard Unitopia at the “end” and wished you guys had 10 more albums…. it looks like my wish may come true with the rising of UPF. All of us are looking forward to some awesome music!
Should you guys ever make it to Oregon, USA… PLEASE remember us little guys down in the south end of the state and do a night or two here in Medford, OR. And should that not happen, and should you be “Just Passing Through” contact me as I would love to discuss music with you guys… again, thanks to be part of the new UPF efforts.
May your efforts be blessed,
Hersh
Discovered your wonderful work, browsing through the internet to find good progressive music. Always was inspired by such bands as Gentle Giant and Premiata Forneria Marconi. I think you are not worse.
ps. Regret you don’t have own wikipedia page.
Such a fantastic idea. Looking forward to helping out any way I can. Beautiful song (The Water) … Success with UPF.
I am thrilled to have found where the Unitopia members went…at first hear I was hooked,and as stated by others,crushed that it had ceased to exist.I thank MOROW internet radio for playing a UPF cut on the show…they get the credit for me,and i’m sure,many others enjoying your music!!! Can I pre-order?
Cheers…!
yes you can pr-order
If you’re interested byy a review in Quebec Audio & Video Magazine (like all Unitopia’s) in Montreal, Canada, just let me know…
Thanks!
Richard Guay, prog reviewer
It’s an remarkable article for all the online users; they will obtain advantage
from it I am sure.
I went from Germany more than 300 km to Heerlen/NL to see “Unitopia” 😉 for the first time in my life.
I was realy surprised, that not more people came to visit your show and listen to the beautiful Music.
I hope that Mr. Arnold is restored to health!
All the best wishes to the Band! I hope to see you once in the near future in Northern-Germany as well!
Greetings!
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High to All you members of UPF ..Unitopia and Southern Empire. I like your music so much. Best Prog i ever heard. But i have a little Problem so i whisch that anyone who reads this could help me.
For i am the greatest Fan i order the dvd one night in europe. But i cant get any Information about my order and no E-mail Adress is Working…
Hi Peter – which company did you order from?
I was hugely disappointed to hear about the demise of Unitopia, but the theme and sound seems to be continuing with UPF. I wish you every success and I am looking forward to hearing the debut album. I am going to try to get over to Glasgow in October for the live show. See you then!
Makes this Aussie proud. Can’t wait for the album!
Looking forward to meet and listen to you soon ♥ !
Hi, everybody, i am very happy to know that your love for teh Progressive Music still exists. I hope to see you one day in France. all the best.
Eric
Saw you are coming to The Netherlands in October, can’t wait !
Can’t wait for the album! Hope you can make it to the USA!
Hi Rob, we hope to have a mailing list program shortly 🙂
Hi there guys,
What a great song!! It will be a long wait till october……………….
Any chance of a mailinglist to keep the non facebook population up to date??
Grretz,
Rob
The Water, what a fantastic song from this band of talented proggers!!
Cant wait to hear the album!!
Aweome!!
Hi UPF,
I was very disappointed when I heard that Unitopia had stopped.
So, I am very glad with this new band with great musicians.
Hope to see you in the Netherlands when you are on tour.
Best regards,
Ron
Song sounds really good!
I am so excited about this project. Unitopia’s music touched me deeply and I have no doubt that UPF will do the same. I can’t wait to hear more from you all.
Keithie. Xxx