The Essence - Biography
The Essence are Hans Diener: vocals & guitar, Mark Tan: bass & keyboards and George Tan: drums, an alternative, gothic rock/popband. 
Their unique sound varies from sheer power to dreamy ballads, ever changing, evolving, reminiscent of vintage Cure or a postmodern Pink Floyd.
Five albums released 1985 - 1996, a hitsingle in 1988 ("A Mirage") and their extensive touring over the years earned them a faithful following all around the world, from Germany, France, Spain and the UK in Europe to the USA, Latin America and Japan.
As a live band, The Essence built a strong reputation with their powerful, passionate and atmospheric concert performances.
Their "best of" compilation album "Dancing In The Rain" remains in demand to this day. 
2012 sees the band in top shape, working on an all new album inbetween playing stages all over Europe.