“Railway Kings” New CD trom Inside Out

What's the.... Prog Gnosis?

12/09/2007
It's Brothers O. (Mic & Mark's) new band, with drummer extraordinarily Tom Burkett and keyboard vet Randy Slice. The the band plays instrumental music in the grand tradition of progressive rock.

The music is intense and challenging, with unpredictable contrasts of complexity, AND IT'S FUN!

It was recorded live on tape over a series of performances. This ensured that they got the warm analog sound.

"Live from the 13th live floor"

I/O news update:

update 12/16/03
i/O has just released a new CD, "Back To Front":
In these strange and wacky times, it’s a warm season’s greetings from INSIDE OUT. The band has decided to give us this intriguing ten song sampler, spun together with delicious little sound bytes for good measure. As of late, they’ve been working on a new album (due in the spring of 2004) and playing occasional gigs through out the year. Performing various songs from their entire body of work, a number of these tunes have taken on a life of their own. They decided why not record ‘em again for the fun of it.
Three of these redoes, “Silly World“, “Even Without” and “I Could Hate The World“ come from the “Wildcat Swami” album, which were all fine in their own right, but very much “studio“ creations. It’s good to hear these originals sounding like they do on stage, rocking hard and thoroughly thought out.
Three other originals come from the “Bibble Babble” album, a collection of inspired, but rough tracks from the early days. “Shine On“, “I Don’t Understand” and “People Change” were also sounding much stronger and tighter at the recent shows and since the microphones were already set up, well, why not lay them down too.
But the foremost reason for booking studio time was to record four of their favorite covers (each member bringing one to the table) as a gift to the fans. Mark chose the Tim Buckley balled “Song Of The Siren”, which was first performed on a 1968 Monkee’s episode. Tom selected Paul McCartney’s 1990 concert opener, “Figure Of
Eight”. Dan picked the Be Bop Deluxe underground classic “Maid In Heaven”. Last but not lost, Mic decided on the title track to Deep Purple’s 1993 album, “The Battle Rages On”.
So get up and dance…or sit back and relax….but whatever you do… .get loose and comfy….and pop in this little piece of plastic….and play it front to back, back to front and inside out!!
Derek Fitzer

update 12/04/03
LIVE AT THE BISTRO - Dec. 13th
FREE NEW CD IF YOU WANT IT!*

Inside out his just finished recording and new album and will be giving it away as a special gift to their vans on Saturday December the thirteenth the bistro located a at the quarter of be Street and Main, in downtown Hayward, the band will begin at 9:00 p.m.

The new album will also be available by mail for $5

Send check payable to Mark Olsen:
Inside Out
43043 Osgood Road
Fremont, Ca. 90453

update 09/30/03
Inside is currently working on a new CD.
Though not their next official album, this release is a thank you gift to the fans. Featuring an unexpected selection new recordings, it will be sent out free, but only upon request. Either, email us: at talk@music-io.com or write us at:

Inside Out
43033 Osgood Road
Fremont, CA 94539

to receive your free copy. Supplies will be limited, so let us know asap. We'll be starting our next major recording immediately after this one is completed. A kind of concept thingy, sort of......

"Baby Coconut" is releasing "Hari Dylanson".
Mark and Mic, under the "Baby Coconut" banner, are releasing their follow-up CD to last year's well-received debut. Titled "Hari Dylanson", it's a collection of Harrison/Dylan tunes re-interpreted for generation's X & Y.
Call Mark for your free copy.
(you know my name, look up the number)

update 06/29/03
Summer Concert Series
i/O are currently laying the groundwork to do a conceptual album
for 21st Century ears that promising to be full of twists and turns.
Due for release in late 2003 or early 2004.

update 03/13/03
*Members of Inside Out have started a splinter group.
Mark Olsen(gtr), Mimi Riddle(bass), & Mic Olsen(Drums) are releasing a new self-titled CD called: "Smokin Gilligan". Featuring 15 titles and clocking in at 51 minutes, it is sure to entertain.
To get a free copy call or write to Mark Olsen at:
43033 Osgood Rd.
Fremont, CA 94539

* Come hang out with Inside Out and watch us practice our new live set. Either email us or if you know Markês phone, call him. We usually practice Tuesday evenings from 8 to 11:30.

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PEACE, I/O

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update 10/12/02
The New Album Released- "Up Toward The Sun"

1)To read the lyrics from "Up Toward The Sun", click here.
2)See how i/O put together "Up Toward The Sun", click here.

As nature intended, Inside Out is back with their notorious blend of Progressive, Folk & Rock. Up Toward The Sun, the first album of new material in over two years is the follow up to Wildcat Swami, the bands biggest seller. Recorded over the summer, the new CD, is a toe tappin’ celebration of earthy, expressive and haunting slices of sound.

Pre- release reviews:
A four-man monster that rocks! - The Bee
An enjoyable way to spend an hour - Berkeley Beat
This album serves a purpose - South Bay Underground
i/O knuckles down to bare rock essentials and delivers - Mission Times
Some beautiful sound canvasses from the Inside Out! - Santa Cruz’ Rock/Surf
Beautiful artwork, enjoyable songs. Worth every penny - Blue Moon Times
Hot as the title suggests, with fine vocal-instrument drive - SF Bi-Weekly
Wide-ranging and interesting, I like these guys - Swing Rag
An uninhibited joyous get-up-and-go - Hi Fi Journal
A jewel! Alone in their field - Classic Indie
The depth of sound is fantastic - Sound Express
i/O still finding ways to entertain - The Revolutionary
This album serves a purpose - South Bay Underground
AVALIABLE NOW
The new album features 15 signature compositions.
Including "Street Corner Dancin" "Next Step" & "Almost Human"

updated: 06/08/02
* i/O has just completed a string of successful shows in April and May 2002.
Thanks to all who came out to support the band.
Check out these photographs from the Bistro and the Holiday Bowl.

*Currently i/O is the studio recording 16 new songs, look for the band to return in late summer with a new CD and a revamped live show.

updated: 02/08/02
* THE FEEDBACK PAYS OFF!
Many of you told us that "Box-Of-Rox" was fantastic, BUT... we had left off one or two essential Inside Out songs. Your wish is our command, we've made things right with this new release called:
HOT MEAT & COOL VEGGIES
Not only does this collection have all those tunes that were missing from "Box-Of-Rox", it has 7 new tunes as well. All of the tracks are either remixed and/or remastered, and are guaranteed to sound super. (see music page for complete track listings.)
And if that's not enough, we've also included a bonus CD which includes a dizzying array of unexpected and thoroughly enticing sonic slabs. (see music page for complete track listings.)