RICK SPRINGFIELD Tao (2008 UK 10-track CD album - Originally released in 1985, Rick's 7th studio album, 'Tao', signalled a shift in his creative outlook. This is an album that reflects a dramatic and conscientious musical shake up, with an emphasis on sharper songs, cleaner sounds and – undeniably - his most committed lyrics to date. But that is not to say that he had strayed to far from his melodic rock roots. Packing a lean and mean punch, 'Tao', remains a firm favourite amongst long-time fans, displaying clean lines, cutting edge production chops, intensely personal lyrics and a thirst for the future, all qualities that assisted Rick to stay at the sharp end, whilst still offering up singles, in 'State Of The Heart' & 'Celebrate Youth' plus the defining album cut 'My Father's Chair'.)