Astor Place by Edward Rogers
Edward Rogers' "Astor Place" is what happens when five years of life gets distilled into one deeply personal musical journey: from childhood memories on Birmingham's Eldon Road to the bohemian streets of Manhattan's East Village, Rogers has crafted his most intimate statement yet, four years after his last solo venture. Working with producer Don Fleming for the first time, these songs span emotional territories as varied as their instrumentation—the magical story behind a gifted drum becomes "Magical Drum," rockers like "Romeo" sit comfortably beside contemplative ballads like "The Olde Church," and every track benefits from Rogers' decision to record with live musicians capturing spontaneous chemistry in real time. This isn't just geographic autobiography set to music; it's proof that the most universal songs often spring from the most personal places, with Fleming's distinctive production adding layers of sonic intrigue to Rogers' already compelling songcraft.
Tracklist
| 1. | Astor Place | 3:21 |
| 2. | The Olde Church | 3:15 |
| 3. | Lies Cries And Alibis | 3:33 |
| 4. | Romeo | 2:59 |
| 5. | Magical Drum | 2:58 |
| 6. | Diamonds Hidden In The Pearls | 3:24 |
| 7. | Tears In My Martini | 3:25 |
| 8. | I Walk Behind Your Shadow | 3:51 |
| 9. | 15 Eldon Road | 4:00 |
| 10. | On The Other Side Of The Rainbow | 3:01 |
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Credits
Edward Rogers – Vocals
Steve Bernstein – Slide Trumpet, Alto Horn
Claudia Chopek – Violin
Don Fleming – Guitars, Keyboards, Percussion, Backing Vocals
Joe McGinty – Piano
Eleanor Norton – Cello
Don Piper – Guitar, Backing Vocals
Tony Shanahan – Bass
Steve Shelley – Drums, Percussion
Matt Sweeney – Acoustic Guitar (Diamonds Hidden In The Pearls)
All songs written by Edward Rogers
Published by Edward Rogers Music (ASCAP)
Originally recorded at Hobo Sound Studios, Weehawken, NJ
Produced and mixed by Don Fleming
Engineered by James Frazee
Mastered by Greg Calbi at Sterling Sound
Additional recording at Don Fleming’s studio
Artwork design by Roger Houdaille
Photos by Melani Rogers
This album is dedicated to Sal Maida
℗©2025 Think Like A Key Music licensed from Edward Rogers.
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Edward Rogers spans London fog and NYC grit, blending Brit‑folk, glam‑inflected pop, and cinematic storytelling. His eighth solo album Catch a Cloud arrived in 2021; his ninth, Astor Place, debuts on Think Like A Key Music in October 2025. When he’s not writing, he hosts Atlantic Tunnel on WFMU and UK’s Totally Wired Radio.