The Keith Reid Project-The Common Thread (2008)

Keith Reid is best known as the co-writer of one of the most famous songs of all time, "A Whiter Shade of Pale", and for writing most of the original songs for the legendary Procol Harum during the 1960s and 70s. In mid-2008, he founded The Keith Reid Project, releasing the album "The Common Thread". Reid composed and wrote all the songs, as well as producing them, and the album features a stellar lineup of musicians including John Waite (Bad English), Chris Thompson (Manfred Mann), Barry Goldberg (The Electric Flag), Terry Reid, Southside Johnny, Bernie Shanahan, Michael Saxell, Chaz Jankel, and Steve Brooker. The resulting album is an excellent collection of high-quality songs that explore the sounds of melodic soft rock with elegant, laid-back rhythms and refined arrangements, undoubtedly destined for the enjoyment of even the most discerning listeners.