Chris Herin: The Darkest Hour (feat. Martin Barre & Doane Perry)

After an eight-year absence, Tiles guitarist and songwriter Chris Herin arrives with his debut solo album under the HERIN moniker, titled Hiding in Plain Sight, confirmed for November 2024 release through The Laser’s Edge. Launching the album’s cover art, track listing, and preorder info is the lead single and video for “The Darkest Hour.” The song features Jethro Tull alums guitarist Martin Barre and drummer Doane Perry (together again for the first time since 2011) and features vocals by Toledo’s favorite son Mark Mikel who has an impressive career with the Pillbugs, Corkey Laing’s Mountain, and written songs for Alan Parsons. The video is by Mathew Kennedy who has created multiple videos for the album. Chris Herin states of the song, “Doane and I had several conversations about Alzheimer’s since his father also suffered from the disease and he is quite versed in many of the medical complexities. He liked the song (even in its embryonic form), so I sent him a chart to outline the structure and identify a few meter twists and turns. He enthusiastically experimented and developed a great groove for the drum track with meticulously layered percussion – all which propel the song with muscular polyrhythms. Likewise, Martin enthused about playing with Doane again and contributed mandolin, flute, rhythm guitar enhancements, and of course his trademark soloing. If you listen closely, I’m sure you’ll get a chuckle out of the playful reference to that well-known JT tune from 1969. Martin and Doane definitely bring a powerful and identifiable energy to the track.” Available at Laser’s Edge Bandcamp and