Phil Lanzon - The Golden Door [CD]

Format: CD
Catalogue No.: PLD009CD
Barcode: 0053517203853
Release Date: 07 Aug 2026
Genre: Rock

A positive and uplifting blend of contemporary rock and anthemic ballads using
JOHN CAMERON’s orchestration and featuring west end A-listers KERRY ELLIS
and BEN FORSTER, THE GOLDEN DOOR is an original musical theatre concept
created by Writer/Producer BRIAN DEGAS and Composer/Keyboard player
PHIL LANZON of URIAH HEEP. Set in 1917 on Ellis Island, neighbour to the Statue of Liberty, and based on true accounts, the story follows both the joy and the sorrow of a group of Immigrants fleeing the horrors of WW1 in Europe. THE GOLDEN DOOR is a 24-hour snapshot of life on the island. The trauma of physical and mental examinations, and the tyranny of the power-wielding captain, Jack Hussey, will decide who will contribute towards building a ‘new
America’ and who will not. This musical theatre concept produces an evocative fusion of romance, heartbreak, comedy, foreign intrigue, revenge, and forgiveness, as Immigrants confront their fears, beliefs, and expectations. In January 2023, Phil contacted producer, Joan Lane. Together, they furthered the
project with a very well-received London Showcase performance in October 2024. This concept recording offers listeners a first introduction to the world, characters, and music of the concept. WHERE THE PAST IS NEVER THE PAST AND IS ALWAYS PRESENT.

TRACKLISTING
1. PROLOGUE
2. STRANGERS
3. THE GOLDEN DOOR
4. I ENFORCE THE LAW
5. A REGULAR BLOODHOUND
6. A NEW NEW YORK
7. OPPORTUNITIES
8. LET US SAY A PRAYER
9. NEW LIFE NEW WORLD
10. MANHATTAN SKYLINE
11. THE BABY IS HUNGARIAN
12. INTENTIONS
13. KING OF THIS ISLAND
14. MOTHER OF LIBERTY
15. A MAGNIFICENT EXAMPLE
16. WE GOT DOLLARS
17. GOODBYE ELLIS ISLAND