Peter Gabriel once referred to The Call as the "the future of American music." An empty prophecy because of the bands imminent break-up, but at the very least, a claim that advocated the high artistic quality, skillful musical strength and genuine uniqueness of this beloved band. By those that knew and appreciated them, they have been greatly missed. To Heaven and Back finds them doing again what they've always done best: creating their own special brand of thought-provoking, faith inspiring, and especially emotionally riveting rock and roll. This new album is a most … read more
Peter Gabriel once referred to The Call as the "the future of American music." An empty prophecy because of the bands imminent break-up, bu… read more
Peter Gabriel once referred to The Call as the "the future of American music." An empty prophecy because of the bands imminent break-up, but at the very least, a claim that adv… read more
There are three bands with the name The Call. 1. The Call were a San Francisco Bay Area-based rock band originally formed in Santa Cruz in 1980 by vocalist/guitarist Michael Been, Scott Musick, and Tom Ferrier. Despite support from such luminaries as Peter Gabriel, Robbie Robertson, and Jim Kerr, the band never achieved the success they deserved. The eponymous premiere album was recorded in England, and Michael Been later recalled that the band was in an exploratory phase at this point. Been noted in a 1988 interview, "The Call was a compassionate album, but it probably came ou… read more
There are three bands with the name The Call. 1. The Call were a San Francisco Bay Area-based rock band originally formed in Santa Cruz in 1980 by vocalist/guitarist Michael Been, Scott Mus… read more
There are three bands with the name The Call. 1. The Call were a San Francisco Bay Area-based rock band originally formed in Santa Cruz in 1980 by vocalist/guitarist Michael Been, Scott Musick, and Tom Ferrier. Despite support from suc… read more