I and Thou (band)

Speak
Studio album by I and Thou
Released	2012
Recorded	2009-2012
Genre	Progressive rock
Length	60:38
Label	Independent
Producer	Jason Hart

I and Thou is a progressive rock group that is primarily a solo effort from Jason Hart (keyboardist for Renaissance, and Camel) with supporting musicians John Galgano (bassist for IZZ), Matt Johnson (drummer for Jeff Buckley and Rufus Wainwright), and Jack Petruzzelli (guitarist for Patti Smith and The Fab Faux). Hart stated in an interview that the name was chosen to pay homage to the Martin Buber book I and Thou.

As of June 2014, I and Thou have released one album, and they are currently working on a follow-up recording.

I and Thou's first album Speak was released in 2012 and features a cover image by Renaissance lead vocalist Annie Haslam. Hart has stated that he began developing material for the album in 2005, and recording began in 2009. Rob Hughes writing for PROG magazine observed

"The ravishing minimalism of Speak is reliant on mood and atmosphere for much of its effect, with Hart combining elements of symphonic rock, prog, classical and ambient music. It's a record of discreet pleasures, slowly unlocking its secrets with every play."

The album has received generally positive reviews, receiving a 4/5 rating from Henri Strik at Background Magazine, 9/10 from Brian Watson at Dutch Progressive Rock Page, 12/15 from Jochen König at Musikreview.de, and 9/10 from Grande Rock.

All songs written by Jason Hart except as indicated.

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