Hope Lies Ahead (Part IV)
( Patrick E. O'Connor ) from The Difference: Parts I,II,III,IV

During the band's breakup, Pat kept writing music not knowing if he would ever play live again. Originally intended to be a solo project under his own terms, Pat put together what's known in the music world as a "Concept Album." The four songs featured in this mi-co album (mini concept album) are a departure from the usual writing style the O'Connor is known for.

"The outro again is all music so it's kind of like the book of Revelations to music. Probably the most progressive thing I've ever written. It reminds me of a Rush instrumental crossed with something from UFO. Pretty bad ass if you ask me. The middle 8 is my favorite. There is absolutely no timing. It's just a free for all and then before you know it we break right back into perfect rythm."- Patrick E. O'Connor