Planet P

Multi-talented singer/songwriter Tony Carey, who makes his home in Germany, recorded two terrific progressive pop/rock albums in the early '80s under the group name Planet P (later re-christened Planet P Project). This self-titled debut album from 1983 (with Carey writing all the songs, playing most of the instruments, and singing lead vocals on all but one song) features the stand-out track "Why Me", which enjoyed very heavy rotation on MTV in its early days. The album combines a strong pop sensibility & great hooks with dramatic, keyboard- & guitar-driven progressive rock. Other noteworthy songs include "Static", "Armageddon", "Send It In A Letter," and "Only You and Me" (with guest lead vocals by David Thomas). His production value may remind you of Jeff Lynne's on The Electric Light Orchestra's album Time. Tony Carey has recorded many albums over the years. All of them are worth a listen, especially "The Boystown Tapes".