Janysium

A melodic progressive rock project formed by two 15-year olds Simon Strevens and Peter Matuchniak, and joined by Martin Polley (bass) and the talented Sean Lewis on piano & keyboards.

Before turning 17 they recorded their first demo in 1982, which gained traction with the official Genesis Information Fan Club and later given a nod of approval from Phil Collins following a chance meeting with Phil's mum at a Genesis concert.

Characterized by long instrumental passages and with a sound inspired by the melodic progressive music of the day by Genesis, Camel, Mike Oldfield, etc.

They joined forces with Mach One later in 1982, although Simon & Peter continued to compose and record separately, often with a more contemporary pop style as well as writing jingles in India for TV ads in Mumbai in 1987.