Aptly called "Dare to Dream", the album is comprised of years of material
written during the Saga-era and after and is a very personal reflection
on his career to date and in looking forward towards the future. Featuring
a guest appearance by Jim Gilmour of Saga fame and also veterans Al
Langlade and Mark Severn (who died shortly after the project was completed),
the album is diverse and compelling, drawing the listener in with complex
rhythms, insightful lyrics and catchy hooks.
The CD comes with a 12 page full colour booklet with photos, an introduction by Steve Negus and song lyrics.
About Negus:
Steve Negus, the powerhouse behind the multi-platinum selling prog rock
band Saga for over 20 years has now released a solo project that captures
his signature drumming and songwriting in uncompromising style. .....
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1.  
 Lust [lyrics]
2.
Catch My Fall [lyrics]
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Dare to Dream [lyrics]
4.
Nightmare [lyrics]
5.
I Rest My Case
6.
No Heaven, No Hell [lyrics]
7.
As I Am [lyrics]
8.
One Man's Army [lyrics]
9.
Body and Soul [lyrics]
10.
Satellites [lyrics]
11.
Epitaph for Mark
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Steve Negus has the honour of being nominated for Drummer of the Year at the 2009 Hamilton Music Awards being held 6 December 2009. "Dare to Dream" is also nominated for Rock Recording of the Year. You can read more about the event here.
Steve Negus was recently interviewed by Rockstar Weekly. You can check out the interview here.
Renowned author Martin Popoff reviewed "Dare to Dream" for Brave Words and Bloody Knuckles, giving it a 7/10 and saying "Dare To Dream proves Steve capable of writing stormy, percolating prog pop tracks well within the arcane Saga vein. [Singer] Al Langlade, does a versatile, dramatic job, hitting the highs as well as providing bluesy grit. Much lush acoustic music is also included, but the whole record rides an intriguing vibe of melancholy, perhaps underscored by the death of guitarist Mark Severn, in a car accident two weeks after laying down his tracks." You can read the full review here.
Steve Negus was interviewed on Hamilton's C101.5FM and discussed "Dare to Dream". Also with Steve was Ray D'Auria of Stir of Echoes to discuss the recording of "Sold It All to Fame" that was produced by Steve.
"Dare to Dream" won 2008 Album Of The Year at ImageFM's anniversary bash in Hamilton, Ontario on 10 January 2009.
Steve Negus appeared on CFRB 1010AM Rock Talk on Sunday, 11 January 2009 and discussed his career to date and "Dare to Dream".
Fazer Magazine reviewed "Dare to Dream" saying "this CD is chalked full of great vocals, catchy hooks, evocative lyrics, and satisfying melodies, all sewn together with undeniable great production...a must have for any Saga fan." You can read the full review here.
Chris Otter gave "Dare to Dream" a 4 out of 5 and provided an indepth track by track analysis on ProgArchives.com. You can check his review here.
Here Comes the Flood says Dare to Dream "sounds smooth and clean like a symphonic rock album should." The review can be read here.
Germany's Hardline Magazine reviewed "Dare to Dream" giving it an
8 out of 10. You can read the review here and copies of the magazine are available here.
Germany's Progressive Newsletter April 2008 issue features an interview
with Steve Negus. A brief sample of the interview is available here.
"Dare to Dream was also reviewed and received a 10/10. The magazine
is available for purchase here.
Steve Negus was interviewed by Morning DJ Craig Robertson live on
Oshawa's 94.9 The Rock
on 25 February 08.
Steve Negus was interviewed live by DJ Matty Grant on iRock109.com's
Extreme Velocity show on 2 February 2008. Also, played on the show were 4 tracks from "Dare to Dream" and fans from around the world were able to speak directly with Steve through an online chat room.
Negus is featured on the home page for TheCanadianMusicScene.com (Jan 2008).
Keith Fraser writes "Magnum opus - you can't help but use prestigious
words like that after listening to 'Dare To Dream'. A celebrated work
of rock made for the hard core aficionado - there's another fancy word.
That's what Steve Negus's 'Dare To Dream' is made for, someone that
knows innovative and intellectual artistry, and knows when it's played
by masters of the musical craft. Each cut is a natural musical symbiosis
that is second to none. Steve Negus showcases his adherence to rock-solid
compositional form, rooted in lots of depth and textural elements. Planned
with care and execution 'Dare To Dream' possesses a unique ability to
deliver with discipline and without waste but still makes a sensation
- and a lot of fun. A 10 out of 10 if I have ever heard one."
Melodic.net reviewed "Dare to Dream" and calls it "a pleasant
surprise this former Saga drummer has come up with and I'm sure that
not only Saga fans will have a great time with Dare To Dream, no I think
that more laid back AOR fans will get a good time as well. Not many
weak moments can be found on this album. Good production, great vocals
and melodic songs is what Dare To Dream is all about." You can
read the full review here.
Hollywood TV did an in-depth interview with Steve Negus about "Dare
to Dream" and his years with Saga. You can read the whole interview
here.
The ProgFiles.com gives "Dare to Dream" a 4 out of 5 and
says "Steve Negus has unleashed a solo album worth waiting for. Negus
will win over long time Saga fans and seduce music fans seeking out
rock the way it used to be played... very well!" You can read the full
review here.
Glory-Daze gave "Dare to Dream" an 8.5 out of 10 and calls
it "a musician's album as opposed to a drummer's album. There is the
odd variation that takes in progressive angles, and some jazz/fusion
stylings, but it's all played within the context of a mainstream rock
environment. No doubt Saga fans, plus prog fans should find their way
to this album without getting lost. Some very good material to be found
here - thats for sure!" You can read the full review here.
Melodic Rock & AOR says Dare to Dream "has it all. Excellent songs,
great melodic choruses, great guitars, excellent vocals, clear and powerful
production. This CD is recommended for every fan of this genre!" You
can read the review here.
The Toronto Globe and Mail featured Steve Negus and "Dare to
Dream", calling the events leading up its release "A Drummer's
Personal Saga." You can view the article here
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RELEASE: Steve Negus of SAGA to Release Solo Album, "Dare to Dream", Through Cyclone Records