Worldwide known bassists ALBERTO RIGONI and MICHAEL MANRING released their highly acclaimed “Grains of Sand” album on September 15th 2022. The album features Mark Zonder (A-Z, Fates Warning) on drums and legendary bass player Billy Sheehan (Mr. Big) + special guests Stuart Hamm, Adam Nitti, Mike LePond and Bryan Seller.
Just recently, MetalPediaMX has announced, via their Official Facebook Page, “Grains of Sand” album, as Album Of The Year, Congratulations!
MetalPediaMX shared:
🏆📀ALBUM OF THE YEAR📀🏆
Virtuous bassists Alberto Rigoni and Michael Manring on September 15 released their new album titled “Grains Of Sand”. This album is a real gem, instrumental progressive rock with jazz touches, finely executed. Virtuous, complex and versatile. Plus having deluxe guests with Billy Sheehan, Stuart Hamm, Adam Nitti, Mike LePond and Bryan Seller.
See the announcement at this location.
You can listen and purchase the album here:
https://albertorigoni.bandcamp.com/
https://open.spotify.com/artist/5YPN5P1LS2tcQZAPEpo0ZM
“Grains of Sand” album is available in Digipack CD and Digital.
In case you missed, watch ‘Grains of Sand’ video below.
“Grain of Sands” album is spanning songs from prog, rock and ambient.
Alberto Rigoni says: “After the release of Song for Souls in memory of my father I said I was going to retire (at least for a bit) but well…. I could not resist to make an album with one of the best bass player in the world like Michael. Hope you will enjoy it”
Michael Manring says: “Alberto is a prolific artist with a deep love of the bass. His enthusiasm is inspiring and it’s always a pleasure to work with him.”
More information at
Alberto Rigoni – https://linktr.ee/albertorigoni
Michael Manring – https://manthing.com
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