Listen to the Song: Written in the summer of 2017 by Ric Albano, the lyrics of “Come Home Now” were influenced by the life of an elder couple (who has spent over 70 years together) and the challenges they...
Listen to the Song: The lead-off song on Reflections of Relevance is also the oldest composition on the album, dating back to 2003. The lyrics were derived from a longer, unpublished poem and the original song arrangement was a...
Although originally written as a country/folk song, “San Anton” evolved into the hardest rocking song on The Journey. This pace was set by drummer Ron Simasek, who offered an unambiguous approach which elevated the song’s energy exponentially. The core...
“Good Friday” features both deep and complex philosophical lyrics and an incredibly rich musical arrangement. This song also holds the distinction as being the longest track on The Journey as well as the oldest Ric Albano composition for either...
“Believe” is a simple piano tune with minimal musical arrangement and dialogue lyrics which debate the existence of God. Written by Ric Albano in 2006 and originally included on the 2009 album Imaginary Lines 33. A new version of...
“Found Love” was written by Ric Albano in late 2016 as a tribute to his wife Karyn as they approached their 20th wedding anniversary. The lyrics were written in a single morning at Fort Hunter Park on the banks...
“Long Way Home” is a philosophically rich song written by Ric Albano in 2007. It deals with faith, death and afterlife and was inspired by a dying friend who faced her imminent demise with incredible poise and grace. Since...