For those not in the know, Edward Rogers’ new album 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.

1. Astor Place [3:21]
2. The Olde Church [3:14]
3. Lies Cries And Alibis [3:32]
4. Romeo [2:59]
5. Magical Drum [2:57]
6. Diamonds Hidden In The Pearls [3:24]
7. Tears In My Martini [3:24]
8. I Walk Behind Your Shadow [3:51]
9. 15 Eldon Road [3:59]
10. On The Other Side Of The Rainbow [3:00]

Blending London fog and NYC grit, with Brit‑folk, glam‑inflected pop, and cinematic storytelling, Edward opens his new album on the guitar-driven rocker Astor Place and the melodically harmonious The Olde Church and they are backed by the luxuriant Lies Cries And Alibis, the driven Romeo and then comes the 70’s-hued Magical Drum.

Along next is the languishing beauty of Diamonds Hidden In The Pearls and the veritably shimmering, countrified rock of Tears In My Martini and they are in turn followed by the low key I Walk Behind Your Shadow, the set rounding out on the wistful storytelling within 15 Eldon Road, coming to a close on the veritably smoldering balladry of On The Other Side Of The Rainbow.

Musicians:
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)

Official Purchase Link

www.edwardrogersmusic.com