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Extra Sensory Perception
‘Absolutely fantastic’
ESP Project Release 11th Studio Album ‘Extra Sensory Perception’ 26.06.26
Featuring
Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, Mark Brzezicki
‘Extra Sensory Perception’, the new album from the ESP Project features Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, and Mark Brzezicki, united for the third time, with seven new songs influenced by the strange and mystical phenomena of Extra Sensory Perception.
An inspired and eclectic offering from all three artists, merging their individual strengths to produce a unique and captivating album that promises to resonate with lovers of novel, imaginative music and mystery, leaving a lasting impression on the listener. Seven melodic, mysterious, and uplifting songs with lyrics and music that transport us into another world and dimension.
With the musicianship and production of multi-instrumentalist Tony Lowe, the poetic lyrics and sublime vocals of Peter Coyle (ex-Lotus Eaters), and the inspired drumming of Mark Brzezicki (Big Country), this album is another mesmerising addition to the highly reviewed, unique ESP Catalogue. A musical collaboration which began with the acclaimed ’22 Layers of Sunlight’ 2018 Album (ESP 2.0) and continued with the captivating ‘VELVET CRUNCH’ in 2025. (Album Art, Design – Cheryl Stringall)
REVIEWS:
“Seven mid-sized tracks, each superbly constructed, all for our listening pleasure. … If you haven’t yet plunged into the ESP spell, too bad for you, as you are missing out on a level of consistent quality that escapes the usual traps that arbitrary dismissals may cause. Mature, fiery, secure and exalting music that you may just fall in love with. I know I did , way back when.” … “The undeniable liberation that is the message of peace. Here specifically, one can detect a clear Beatles influence, as if ESP channeled the spirit of that legendary band into a modern version of the White Album (in my mind, the first progressive masterpiece in music).” – Prog Rogue Full Review
First Listen:
“A wonderful album that is such a joy to listen to. Peter Coyle’s vocals are probably the best I’ve heard from him on any of the ESP albums to date…like the track, his vocals are indeed weightless. Also some of the most engaging and enjoyable guitar work from Tony, especially the feedback and the fire. All the while the music is constantly moved on by the steady driving rhythms of Mark Brzezicki. Great stuff !!”- James Barry
“Peter Coyle on lead vocals absolutely wonderful…rather wonderful album with superb production standards always, absolutely fantastic.” – Shaun Geraghty, The Prog Mill
“You don’t need a sixth sense to discern that the musical credentials of the ESP Project brings together an alchemy of talent in a musical melting pot that has produced pure gold! Their latest album Extra Sensory Perception is haunting, mesmerising and magical – give your ears a treat!” – Chris Currie, Mersey Radio
“Very, very good album from ESP Project but then again, that’s what we come to expect from them, brilliant” – Garry Foster, WCR FM
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Video Trailer – Into Molecular
JUNE 20, 2025
VELVET CRUNCH
“Nature – Supernatural rebirth”
ESP Project Release 10th Studio Album ‘VELVET CRUNCH’ 20.06.25
Featuring
Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, Mark Brzezicki
‘VELVET CRUNCH’, from the ESP Project features Tony Lowe, Peter Coyle, and Mark Brzezicki who unite once again to create a groundbreaking new album. Their creativity is sparked by the underground systems that connect trees and plants. Deep science. Deep nature. Deep connections.
VELVET CRUNCH is a masterpiece created by these three forces of nature. Purchase HERE.
“Fabulous album, superb … such a good feel to it” Garry Foster – Prog Rock Files – WCR FM
Many thanks to Jane Lee and The Progressive Aspect for this wonderful review.
An excerpt:
“As we have come to expect from ESP, the level of musicianship and production on this album is outstanding, achieving a warm balance that allows space for every thread in the musical fabric to shine through. There is a beautiful symbiosis between lyrics and music and a dynamic sense of flow throughout the album. This is mood-enhancing music that can gently wash through you and recharge your spirit, but for full health benefits this reviewer recommends total immersion with eyes closed and phone switched off. Velvet Crunch doesn’t just describe what it’s like to be in the forest; it magically shifts your viewpoint so that you become the forest itself, experiencing the rhythmic unfolding of the seasons and the deep, intersecting pathways of resurrection and renewal. Scientific studies have confirmed that time spent walking in the green shade of woodlands affords countless benefits for mind, body and spirit. When you slowly open your eyes after a deep listen to this spellbinding album, you will feel refreshed, uplifted and in harmony with nature – a profoundly rewarding experience you can repeat as many times as you wish from the comfort of your armchair and without treading mud into the carpet.” Jane Lee – TPA
Many thanks to Pierre at Prog Critique for this eloquent and insightful 4.8 out of 5 star review.
An excerpt: “Let’s return to the music to see that once again Tony Lowe and his ESP Project know how to captivate the listener by offering him a new collection of musical impressions that suggest more than they describe, without excess pathos or brutal or on the contrary too saccharine demonstrations: the right tone, quite simply, addressing both the heart and the mind. With its elegant melodies, its shimmering harmonic fabric, Velvet Crunch will captivate you without you even being aware of it!” English Translation
From Prog Rogue, this glorious five star review “… another masterpiece of modern music … this album (and the ESP discography) leaves behind the notion of simple convenient art and, instead enters the world of medication for the body and the soul. The times currently call for exactly this kind of soothing panacea.” Full Review at link above.
VELVET CRUNCH is a masterpiece created by these three forces of nature. Purchase HERE.
This collaboration under the ESP Project umbrella marks a bold step forward for all three artists, merging their individual strengths to produce a truly distinctive album. With its celebration of nature’s hidden marvels, this release promises to resonate with lovers of innovative music and nature enthusiasts alike, leaving a lasting impression on the contemporary music landscape.
From the tallest tree to the forest floor exists an intelligent world full of natural growth moving inextricably forward through time, furthering life with a continuous thread of elemental and chemical reactions birthed by “the touch and timing of the sun”. A tale of life, death, and rebirth on the forest floor, encapsulated within seven songs.
With the compositions, musicianship and production of multi-instrumentalist Tony Lowe, the poetic lyrics and sublime vocals of Peter Coyle (ex-Lotus Eaters), and the inspired drumming of Mark Brzezicki (from Big Country), this album is a mesmerising addition to the highly reviewed, unique ESP Catalogue. A musical collaboration not revisited since the acclaimed 2018 ‘22 Layers of Sunlight’ (ESP 2.0).
VELVET CRUNCH is available on Bandcamp as a CD/digital download and Amazon and iTunes from 20th June.
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2025
Lyrella – Cosmic Lark
Find out about our latest ESP side project HERE.
Tony Lowe and Sunn Creative, release the ninth ESP Project album,
‘Silver Waves ~ Astral Dreams‘
Written and performed by multi-instrumentalist, composer, and producer Tony Lowe in collaboration with singer/songwriter Louise Browne and just under 60 minutes; this dynamic album imparts an atmosphere of progressive enchantment as Louise Browne’s angelic vocals weave through intense, diverse soundscapes accompanied by Tony’s soulful guitar lines and intricate keyboard playing. A combination of haunting serenity and passion, with stirring rhythms and heartfelt lyrics, the album invites the listener to let the music and lyrics wash over them, like the light of the moon. Guest musicians on selected tracks include Steve Gee (Landmarq, John Wetton) on bass, Paul Simon (Thomas Dolby, John Foxx) on percussion, and Cheryl Stringall (ESP, Lyrella) on keyboards.
“All the ESP albums come highly recommended, but this 2024 release is clearly a masterpiece that should create a tsunami of global interest, as the quality and delivery is beyond waves and dreams. 5 extra sensory perceptions” Full Review by Prog Rogue (Prog Archives)
“What a stunning album it is … Ravishing melodies, gorgeous soundscapes, and seductive music which captivates, enchants, and lifts the soul … one of my top recommendations for 2024.” Rob Fisher – The Progressive Aspect & Prog Radar
“It’s just stunning … absolutely superb!” Shaun Geraghty – Progzilla
“With each album ESP Project unlock another piece of magic … ‘Silver Waves ~ Astral Dreams’ is simply magnificent.” Garry Foster – Prog Rock Files – WCR FM
“I get a strong lunar vibe from the album, which is cosmic at times and even primal (at the beginning of Curious Dreamer). Louise has a really great voice and it’s suited to Tony’s style of writing music. My favourite track is the atmospheric Shine, with its dark, cosmic opening and Gilmour-like guitar with the subtle syth work in the background where the understated vocals are highly effective.” Gareth Page – Prog Blog
Album art by Cheryl Stringall – Download Album Cover – Download Press Release
Digital and CDs on Bandcamp.
Tony Lowe
Tony has composed and produced many different genres of music and worked with Roger Daltrey, Modern English, Pet Shop Boys, Julian Lennon, Julien Clerc (France), Mark Brzezicki (Big Country), Peter Coyle (The Lotus Eaters), to name a few. As well as playing on many recordings at Trident Studios London, he developed artists and artist material for various publishers and record labels, including Island Records, Red Bus Records, and Hannah Management. He produced albums for David Cross & Robert Fripp (King Crimson); David Cross & Peter Banks which included Pat Mastelotto, Tony Kaye, Billy Sherwood, Randy Raine-Reusch, Oliver Wakeman, Jay Schellen, Jeremy Stacey, Geoff Downes (Yes); Toyah; Simon Townshend (The Who) and many more. Find out more about Tony, his background and discography on his website.
COMING SOON
Also on the cards this year is a fantastic new music project that we’re developing over the next few months for an album release later this year. Another ESP release towards the end of 2024 and a newly re-mastered version of ‘Human Sleeping’ with Alison Fleming, for its 10th anniversary.
Sunn Creative is a record label and production company formed in 2012 by Cheryl Stringall, with Tony Lowe as Creative Director/Producer. Aligning with creativity and innovation Sunn Creative solely represents artists and collaborative albums produced by Tony Lowe and does not accept unsolicited music or demos. To contact Tony Lowe about Production, please follow the contact links on his website. Sunn Creative chooses artists carefully devoting time to creating a close working relationship and produces and promotes original music utilising fair business practice and legal royalty structuring for artists. Representation is inclusive and supportive of the creative environment.
5th of May 2022 – We are sad to hear of the passing of Roland Hyams from Work Hard PR – our publicist for many years. Roland was a lovely, genuine, down to earth man. One of the ‘old guard’ and with years of experience working with some of the top rock acts in the business. He assisted us in obtaining numerous reviews and PR for our releases and live shows and he and our producer, Tony Lowe, go way back. Without his help and love for independent music, we would not be where we are today. Respect to a great man and our condolences to his family. We are going to miss you and your presence at our gigs with your great laugh and lovely smile. Thank you to David Stark for the photo.
ESP Project releases ‘innerlife’ 29/09/2022 on Bandcamp
From colour, through words and music, to the ‘innerlife’
The first project written and conceived by Tony Lowe for the ESP Project was a multi sensory, multi media concept influenced by the colour spectrum, including visuals, music and lyrics and the use of corresponding scents. All in all, creating a complete sensory experience in three areas, with a 13 song soundtrack by Tony Lowe and Alison Fleming.
Imagine a place where a world of music, colour and scent combine, surrounding and engaging you, the audience, in a glorious tri-sensory experience. Each composition is influenced by the colours in the visible spectrum corresponding with a mood experienced when listening to the songs as they flow through different musical styles; including rock, pop, acoustic and orchestral. Most people are aware of the influence of colour on our moods and emotions, the subjective power of a particular image, and the manner in which music can move us deeply. Combining these with a sense of smell produces a powerful sensory experience. An experience of this unique event will positively change perception of our world.
The’innerlife‘ live show was performed once for the Action Aid Charity by Tony and Alison with a full band including Vari-Lites for the colour changes, in London in 2008. There was a limited edition CD at the time and we now have the ability to create the right kind of visual presentation, so we’re re-issuing an updated version of the soundtrack.
The ‘innerlife‘ soundtrack will be available on September 30th with a short promo video. Full length videos to go with the songs and music will be available on Youtube in 2023.The ESP Project release their sixth studio album, ‘anarchic curves’ on 29th April 2022. Featuring the musical compositions of Tony Lowe, the concept, poetic lyrics and vocals of Peter Coyle, this album is a mesmerising addition to a highly reviewed body of work. Tony and Peter take us yet again into a vivid and imaginative world with songs that move from melodic and symphonic to intense prog rock, creating an unforgettable offering to the ESP Project catalogue. The album features Tony Lowe on guitar-keyboards, Peter Coyle on vocals, Pete Clark on bass, Dave Etheridge on drums, and Peter Coyle & Cheryl Stringall on additional keyboards. The band tours with Landmarq Summer of 2022. Musician biogs.
“It took me a while to find the word which remained at the periphery of my mind as I listened and relistened to this album. Dignity. Anarchic Curves is, in the end, a magnificent exaltation of the greatness of the human spirit.” – Rob Fisher – Progressive Aspect – Full Review
Progzilla – Prog-Watch Two Part Feature
The first of two programs with Tony Lowe of the ESP Project and 22 Layers! Tune in to hear some of the chat and lots of great music from the two projects including his collaboration with Alison Fleming! http://progwatch.com/835/
Progzilla Radio! http://www.progzilla.com/…
Peter Coyle & Tony Lowe as ’22 LAYERS’ – release ‘isotope’ on the 21st of May, 2021 to digital outlets and as a limited edition CD Digipack with a 12 page lyrics booklet on Bandcamp.
“Getting my first listen to the thoroughly captivating new album ‘Isotope’ from 22 Layers – Peter Coyle & Tony Lowe due for release on the 21st May via Sunn Creative. Gorgeous musical vistas filled with absorbing melodies, beautiful instrumental textures and an engrossing diversity of carefully crafted transitions. My thanks to Cheryl Stringall for the early access: hugely appreciated.”- Rob Fisher – Collaborator, Progressive Discoveries at Prog-Watch, Reviewer at Progradar and Reviewer, News Editor at The Progressive Aspect
22 Layers – “…it’s good to see Lowe and Coyle with their own agenda and what they do on their own terms…” Powerplay
Travelling alone‘ is “utterly gorgeous” Janice Long – BBC Radio Wales.
“Each release from ESP just gets better & better, they set the bar high and then scale it with ease.” Garry Foster – Prog Rock Files – wcrfm.com – unchainedmusiconline.com
We represent: Peter Coyle & Tony Lowe as ’22 Layers’ and their new release, ‘isotope’ (May 2021), the single ‘Travelling alone’ (Oct 2020) and EP release LoAdeD (June 2020) and;
The ESP Project with; ‘phenomena’ (4th Sept 2020). ‘The Rising’ (11th Oct, 2019) and the mini album release (19/01/19) ‘three’ with Tony Lowe, Greg Pringle, Pete Clark, vocalist and frontman Damien Child; ESP 2.0 featuring Tony Lowe & Peter Coyle; Tony Lowe; ESP – Invisible Din with Tony Lowe & Mark Brzezicki (Big Country-Procol Harum); David Cross (King Crimson); David Jackson (Van der Graaf Generator); Phil Spalding (Steve Hackett, Mike Oldfield); Steve Gee (Landmarq), John Young (Lifesigns-Scorpions), Alison Fleming, Yumi Hara (Daevid Allen, Hugh Hopper), Pat Orchard, and John Beagley.
Tony Lowe & Alison Fleming – 3 releases; the critically acclaimed prog album ‘Cold Reading’ by Bram Stoker; Chris Gray’s ‘Diamonds In Your Tree’ and collaborations with a number of musicians such as David Cross (King Crimson); David Jackson (Van der Graaf Generator); Yumi Hara (Daevid Allen, Hugh Hopper); Simon Townshend (The Who) and more.
Tony Lowe, Sunn Creative Producer has extensive musical credits please visit his website. In the last five years, he produced four ESP Project records as well as ‘Crossover’ with David Cross & Peter Banks as well as ‘Starless Starlight’ with David Cross & Robert Fripp. He and Cheryl Stringall of Sunn Creative collaborated with David Cross on a number of videos to promote Starless Starlight as well as the David Cross Band release, ‘Sign of the Crow’. All available on the David Cross Band Official Website.
Cheryl Stringall – Over thirty years in management, and the successful ownership or management of numerous businesses and organisations, coupled with a Business/Arts degree from the University of California (Honours), engendered an understanding and hands on commitment to specific types of business structure and culture. As a result, Sunn Creative aligns with inclusive methods of engaging people in ways that bolster creativity as well as valuing contribution. An avid reader, researcher and artist, Cheryl has eclectic, non-conformist interests partially due to influences from both scientific and artistic realms and her involvement with cutting edge education and science mentors.
When possible, Cheryl donates time and expertise to various charities, non-profits and social enterprises, as well as a percentage of label proceeds for charitable events. In 2014 she worked in an advisory role to the Management Committee of Lindengate – a mental health charity utilising gardening for health. In 2015/16 she volunteered as a Business Mentor with Working Knowledge, a social enterprise that ‘bridges the gap between education and the workplace’. Find out more about Cheryl on her website.
In the UK she has worked with: Tony Lowe (with extensive credits), Simon Townshend (The Who), Roger Daltrey (The Who), Peter Coyle (Lotus Eaters), David Cross (King Crimson), David Jackson (Van der Graaf Generator), Phil Spalding (Elton John, Mick Jagger, Robbie Williams, Mike Oldfield, Toyah Wilcox, Seal, Steve Hackett, GTR) , Mark Brzezicki (Big Country, Phil Collins, Sting, Procol Harum, The Cult, Midge Ure), Alison Fleming, John Young (Lifesigns, Scorpions, Asia), Mickey Simmonds (Mike Oldfield), Steve Gee (Landmarq, John Wetton, Pete Banks), Damien Child, Pete Clark, Greg Pringle (Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey, Simon Townshend), Michael Cuthbert (Pete Townshend – Rachel Fuller), Pat Orchard, Paul Simon, Yumi Hara (Daevid Allen, Hugh Hopper), Chris Gray, Tony Bronsdon (Bram Stoker) and many more.
Sunn Creative works with social and environmentally conscious intent and partners with selected charities after review. To become one of our chosen organisations please contact us. Our Artists, Managing Director, Producer and Collaborating Musicians also work (or have worked) with a number of charities, social enterprises, and non-profits, such as:
Mind & Samaritans – 22 Layers – online concert fundraising (2021)
Lindengate – Cheryl Stringall – Managing Director – Volunteer
Starlight Children’s Foundation – Tony Lowe – David Cross – concert fundraising
Working Knowledge – Cheryl Stringall – Managing Director – Volunteer
Action Aid – Tony Lowe – Cheryl Stringall – concert fundraising
International Students House (ISH) at 229 The Venue – Tony Lowe & Cheryl Stringall – Sunn Creative’s Lowe & Brzezicki’s ESP – Invisible Din Album Launch on 11:11:16
Manx Cancer Help – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
The Pete Quaife Foundation – Chris Gray – Tony Lowe – album songs donation
Rebecca House Children’s Hospice – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
Alder Hay Children’s Burns Unit – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
Finlay’s Footsteps – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
The Southern Befrienders – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
Great Ormond Street Hospital – Chris Gray – concert fundraising
Sunn Creative Producer and Creative Director Tony Lowe and Sunn Creative Owner – Managing Director – Cheryl Stringall supported a number of charities and fundraising events over his career. Notably with Action Aid’s ‘Bollocks to Poverty’ – ‘All of the Above’ Live Event in London in 2008 donating the entire gross proceeds from the event, making it the largest single contribution to Bollocks to Poverty at that time. To find out about Tony’s extensive musical credits please visit his website.
*At this time we do not accept unsolicited material, music or demos.
