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Trespass - The Final Act

TRESPASS were a German band that existed between 1984 and 1992. The group survived primarily through local live appearances, and released only a single album ("The FInal Act") shortly before disbanding. The album was characterized by elaborate keyboard constructions and heavy guitars, and by an epic-length (45 minutes-plus) symphonic composition dominating that release ("Crew Of The Orion"). 

TRESPASS is often associated with the neo-progressive genre. Their sound has been compared to fellow countryment GROBSCHNITT, but also to MARILLION, with song constructions that are clearly influenced by early GENESIS, but with heavier guitars, more driven keyboard construction, and modern (sometimes abstract) themes. 

The group disbanded in 1992 when three of its members left to form INQUIRE, a decidely neo-progressive band that released three studio and one live album before breaking up themselves in 2003. 

Shortly after INQUIRE's demise, the members of TRESPASS reunited and are currently working on new music and a recording contract. The band is planning a new studio release in 2007. 

TRESPASS are legitimate contenders for inclusion in the ProgArchives for the creatively symphonic sound on their single release, and for the energy in the demo works they have made available since reforming this century. 


Live, released in 1990

Songs / Tracks Listing 
1. Coto Lyrics (Crew Of The Orion) (43:52) 
2. Luna Walk (4:34) 
3. Beggars Of Paris (4:55)


Line-up / Musicians 
- Dieter Cromen / bass 
- Thomas Kohls / drum , percussion 
- Andreas Schuller / vocals, drums, percussion 
- Frank Thalwitzer / guitar 
- Helge Weber / keyboards, vocals, guitar