Marco Bernard-The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up CD Papersleeve

"The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up” is a progressive rock concept album by bassist Marco Bernard. It takes listeners on a musical journey through the mind of Peter Pan, the eternal boy who never grows up. The album explores themes of youth, hope, and the struggle to hold onto innocence in a world that demands maturity.

Featuring virtuosic bass playing and intricate compositions, “The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up” is a powerful and emotive listen. In addition to drawing inspiration from the classic story of Peter Pan, it incorporates the bassist's own experience of growing up and navigating the challenges of adulthood. With influences ranging from 1970s prog rock to modern experimental music, “The Boy Who Wouldn’t Grow Up” is a unique album, taking listeners on a sonic journey through time, from the past to the present, and ultimately to a place where young hopes and dreams never have to be left behind.

This eclectic concept album finds Bernard collaborating with a diverse group of accomplished composers and musicians from various locations around the world. The bassist's skillful playing and the perspectives of the other musicians come together to tell the story in a new and exciting way. It’s a powerful and thought-provoking album that seamlessly blends progressive rock with classic literature, and will make listeners question what it means to grow up and leave your childhood behind.