Illusion

A band formed from musicians associated with the original Renaissance line-up; released two albums in 1977 and 1978. Key members mentioned in reviews include Jane Relf (vocals), Jim McCarty and John Hawken.

Connected to the original Renaissance story (ex-Yardbirds members), Jane Relf is noted as singer and sister of Keith Relf. Keith Relf died in 1976 by electrocution. Michael Dunford (Renaissance composer) died in 2012. Jim McCarty led later activity including a 2001 project that appended 'Renaissance' to the band name.

A critical take on Illusion's later output: the reviewer praises Jane Relf's voice and John Hawken's touch but faults Jim McCarty's songwriting and the anonymous nature of the 2001 material. The piece connects Illusion to the original Renaissance roots and notes historical events such as Keith Relf's death and Michael Dunford's role.

For:Fans of Renaissance and 1970s progressive/classical-pop, collectors of vintage prog, readers of critical album reviews