When you are a neoclassical Metal band and name your new album “Black As Death” you really have to mean business in order to convince the listener ‘bout the band’s intentions. IRON MASK got their name from the “Man In The Iron Mask” prisoner (whose real identity was a matter of subjects in lots of books - more info here) and is the brainchild of Belgium’s guitarist Dushan Petrossi. Having so far released three albums in the 00s, this new CD sees none other than Mark Boals delivering lead vocals and it’s for sure fans of the American singer will dig this new album no questions asked. But, what about the rest?
I can hardly remember the impression I got from the band’s latest album “Shadow Of The Red Baron” (2009) but I can imagine there’s no major difference in the new album. You get well-played and well-produced neoclassical Metal that draws inspiration fromDEEP PURPLE and Yngwie Malmsteen while it features enough Euro Power elements that still do not tend to be dominant. There’s speed, there’s enough riff work blended with keyboard layers and the drums are once double-bass hammering while creating a darker atmosphere in slower parts. As for the solos: you just can imagine from what’s previously stated.
To the band’s benefit, the album title applies to the musical atmosphere since there’s a dark vibe spread in 62 minutes of music (a little too much - you may get bored) and the songs themselves do not show any tendency for happiness or at least high-energy music-making. I like Petrossi’s procedure in the main harmonies he builds in the songs: he can carry you to other places and times and, true to be said, the vocal experience of Mark Boals helps a lot to this direction since the multi-credited singer not only offers his untamed vocal range in ease but he also works a lot on vibrato singing in the crawling tempo song-parts, contributing to the total essence flourishing.
Not to neglect what’s already been said, bear in mind “Black As Death” includes songs that are long enough in duration and not forgetting how single-dimensional neoclassical Metal can beat times there’s a strong possibility you won’t fully enjoy what you’ll pay for. So, try before you buy but rest assured the instrumentation, sound and vocals are in a grand level.
Band Iron Mask Info: Black As Death Years: 2011 Info: Belgium Style: Neo-Classical / Power Metal Tracklist: Mp3/ 256kbps Info: 121,71 ??
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01. From Light Into The Dark (01:41)
02. Black As Death (06:59)
03. Broken Hero (04:34)
04. Feel The Fire (05:53)
05. Genghis Khan (07:40)
06. God Punishes, I Kill (05:02)
07. Rebel Kid (05:20)
08. Blizzard Of Doom (04:08)
09. The Absence (05:40)
10. Magic Sky Requiem (06:27)
11. Nosferatu (05:41)
12. When All Braves Fall (04:47)
Staff
Roma Siadletski - Vocals (Magic Kingdom)
Mark Boals - Vocals, Bass (Holy Force, Joshua Perahia, Lyraka, Mark Boals, Ring of Fire, Seven the Hardway, The Codex, ex-Empire, ex-Maestro Alex Gregory, ex-Royal Hunt, ex-Yngwie J. Malmsteen)
Dushan Petrossi - Guitars (Magic Kingdom)
Steve Williams - Keyboards (2011-present) (Power Quest, ex-David Shankle Group, ex-DragonHeart)
Vasiliy Molchanov - Bass (2011-present) (Magic Kingdom, ex-Cryme, ex-Shah)
Ramy Ali - Drums (Evidence One, Justice, Roger Staffelbach's Angel of Eden, ex-Getaway)
Mago de Oz biography
MAGO DE OZ was founded in Madrid during 1989 by the drummer Txus, who recruited all other members until reach the first line-up, who lasted until 1995: Txus (drums), Mohamed (violin), Carlitos (guitar), Chema (guitar), Salva (bass) and Juanma (vocals). Then, Chema, Salva and Juanma left the band, being replace by Frank, Sergio and José, and these were the only changes since then. Combining in an unique way heavy metal, celt, folk and medieval music, the band became one of the most important Spanish bands. Their sound could be defined as mix between KANSAS, SKYCLAD, IRON MAIDEN and BLACKMORE'S NIGHT.
After first self-titled album, released in 1994, they released five more albums (including live "Folktergeist"). The double-CD "Finisterra", with all keyboards and flutes arrangements, is considered a masterpiece. They also recorded versions (not simply covers) to songs from artists as RAINBOW, LED ZEPPELIN, KANSAS (a breathtaking Spanish version to "Dust in the Wind"), IRON MAIDEN and BARON ROJO.
If you're looking for a pure prog band, you will be a little disappointed with MAGO DE OZ, but if you are looking for something else in metal, this band is what you need!
Band Mago De Oz Info: Love N’ Oz [best of/compilation] Years: 2011 Time: Symphonic Power / Folk Metal Info: Spain Info: mp3 320 kbps Info: 278 mb
Tracklist:
CD 1:
01. Te Guardo Un Beso (Por Si Lo Quieres) (New Song) 04:14
02. El Hombre De La Mirada Triste (New Song) 05:12
03. Sin Ti Seria Silencio (Parte II) 04:44
04. Desde Mi Cielo (2011 Version) 06:24
05. In Memorian (15/4/83 – 25/4/10) 05:31
06. Adiós Dulcinea (Remastered) 07:09
07. Siempre (Adiós Dulcinea, Parte II) (2011 Version) 04:47
08. Pensando En Ti (Dust In The Wind) 04:30
09. El Peso De La Alma (Glory To The Brave) 07:26
10. Creo (La Voz Dormida, Parte II) 05:17
11. Si Te Vas 06:00
12. Es Hora De Marchar 05:00
13. Cuando Se Apague La Luz 03:21
CD 2:
01. Epílogo (2011 Version) 04:34
02. Aun Amanece Gratis (2011 Version) 04:55
03. La Rosa De Los Vientos (2011 Version) 04:13
04. Noches De Bohemia 04:02
05. Duerme… (Canción De Cuna) 04:31
06. Memoria Da Noite (2011 Version) 05:56
07. Tres Tristes Tigres 02:45
08. Ancha Es Castilla (Epílogo) (2011 Version) 03:45
09. Somewhere Over The Rainbow (2011 Version) 04:38
10. Dime Con Quién Andas 05:35
11. Siempre (Coral Version) 04:28
12. Mi Viaje (Casa De Fieras) 03:46
“……Un disco que no creemos que tenga mucha entrada entre el mundo metalero, ya que parece realizado para abarcar otros mercados más alejados de los que conocemos como nuestros”
Nota: 5’9/10
Sello:Warner Music
Fecha lanzamiento: Nov 2011
Review realizada por: Miguel Egun
Band Jorge Salan Info: Sexto Asalto Years: 2011 Time: Melodic Heavy Metal Info: Spain Info: mp3 200 kbps Info: 77 mb
Tracklist:
01. Depredador
02. Mar De Cristal
03. Tocar Tierra
04. Aprendiendo A Perder
05. Trainspotting
06. Reflejos Del Ayer
07. Cero 16
08. Depresion
09. La Lluvia Quedó Atras
10. Agotamiento
11. Sinfonia Subterranea
12. Dulces Sueños
Lorenguard – Eve Of Corruption: The Days Of Astasia, Part 1 (2011)
Dec 15, 2011 20:15
Heavy Metal |Power Metal
A photo can have a thousand meanings, a poem evokes re-examination for new interpretations and films are visual motion-driven manifestations of story art. Therein, music can be strictly devised for the same purpose of guiding a listener into a specific realm of fantasy, leaving open ends for the expansion of individual value and sentiment. The newest edition to story-generated music is Metal band Lorenguard, who released their debut album 'Eve of Corruption: The Days of Astasia, Part 1' on November 29, 2011.
Compiling the chapters for the past seven years, the Indianapolis, IN. based septet formed an alliance based on the literary concoctions of drummer, Brady Sadler. Titled 'Eve of Corruption', the novel is based on the series 'The Days Of Astasia' that defines the tales of Lorenguard, a legion of knights.
Eve Of Corruption
2. Upon The Burning Isles
3. Greenstone
4. Black Sails And Phoenix Flames
5. Secrets Of The Spire
I. Behind Silver Walls
II. Myriad's Pact
III. Flight Of The Luminary
6. Wrath Divine
7. Dragonsbane
8. The Prince And The Pariah
9. Embrace
10. Hands Of Chaos
"Rebels", the new EP from Los Angeles theatrical rockers BLACK VEIL BRIDES, will be released on December 13, exclusively through iTunes. Pre-sales begin on December 6. The EP contains "Coffin", a new original track; a cover version of Billy Idol's '80s anthem "Rebel Yell", whichBLACK VEIL BRIDES has been performing live; and a cover of KISS'"Unholy", featuring a guest guitar solo by Zakk Wylde. The EP, which boasts artwork by longtime BLACK VEIL BRIDES artist Richard Villa, also includes the six-minute director's cut of BLACK VEIL BRIDES' latest video, "Rebel Love Song", which hasn't been seen anywhere until now.
"Rebels" track listing:
01. Coffin
02. Rebel Yell (BILLY IDOL cover)
03. Unholy (KISS cover, ft. Zakk Wylde)
04. Rebel Love Song (6-minute extended director's cut music video)
BLACK VEIL BRIDES is currently on the road as the support act forAVENGED SEVENFOLD on the "Buried Alive Tour". The trek kicked off November 23 in Fort Myers, Florida and is scheduled to conclude on the West Coast in mid-December.
BLACK VEIL BRIDES postponed several shows on its recent U.K. tour after singer Andrew Biersack broke his nose in Luxembourg on October 26.
In an interview with Revolver magazine, Biersack said he suffered his most recent injury as a result of his "typical routine to entertain the crowd …. rolling around and being crazy."
Year: 2011 Style: Glam Rock Country: Cincinnati, Ohio, USA Format: mp3, 320 kbps Size: 28 Mb
Line-Up:
Andy Biersack – Vocals Jake Pitts – Lead Guitar Jinxx – Rhythm Guitar Ashley Purdy – Bass Christian «CC» Coma – Drums
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Ammotrack – Come Die With Us (2011)
Dec 15, 2011 10:51
Hard Rock
If you want a dose of 80´s rock and classic heavy metal, you better check out Ammotrack´s new album "Come die with us" which is a really strong piece of work. The only song that is a bit different is the late 90´s modern rocker "Let your dream decide", but besides that one you´ll get powerful hard rock like the opener "Life is calling" or the heavy "Psycho bitch". The single "Living like an angel" is more melodic while "Fastlane" could´ve been an unreleased song by Kiss, if you´re into albums like Ratt´s Invasion of your privacy, Skid Row´s Slave to the grind or Kiss´s Creatures of the night - Ammotrack will be perfect in your CD collection.
Band Ammotrack Info: Sweden Info: Come Die With Us Style: Hard Rock | Heavy Metal Years: 2011 Info: mp3 ??????? Time: CBR 320 kbps Info: 104 Mb (+3% ?? ?????.)
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01. Black Heart Frequencies 01:16
02. Life Is Calling 02:58
03. Hitman 03:39
04. My Sweet Insane 03:29
05. Fastlane 03:18
06. Psycho Bitch 03:15
07. Living Like An Angel 03:56
08. Rip It Up 04:25
09. Come Die With Me 04:11
10. Pain of the Game 03:40
11. Love Even Less 04:11
12. Let Your Dream Decide 04:48
18/10/2011 Organized Chaos: solos from 'Inner Conflict'
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01. Prejudice Idol
02. Starise
03. Walking Through Water
04. We
05. The Beginning of Something Beautiful
06. My Own Personal Garden of Sin
07. Love
08. Inner Conflict
09. Hey Good !
10. Bleeding Consequences
11. Beacon of Hope
12. La Sonrisa Eterna
13. As Life Silence Us...
14. Antidote
MEREMOTH nace en 2002,y era como todas las bandas principiantes seguidoras de muchos grupos que hacen sus covers.
El nombre de MEREMOTH sale de un texto bíblico que a día de hoy ni ellos mismos saben lo que realmente significa.
Numerosos cambios de formación hacían preveer de MEREMOTH que no tendráin mucha consistencia,ni siquiera había un consenso para saber cual era el estilo a tocar,ya que primero eran un grupo cristiano.
Las bases de MEREMOTH las estsblecieron:
Mauro Prieto,Ruben y Fernando Palacios.
Al ser solo 3 tuvieron que buscar un par de músicos mas, es aquí donde entró en escena Mauro Gómez que tocaba la viola,asi que inmediatamente se sumó sin problemas a la banda, quedaba conseguir un cantante, que estaba más cerca de lo que ellos mismos creían y apareció Romina que cantó unos covers de Rata Blanca,y en ese mismo momento se estableció Meremoth y asi quedó la nueva formación:
Romina Vargas (voz)
Ruben Palacios (guitarra)
Mauro Gomez (guitarra)
Mauro Prieto (bajo)
Fernando Palacios (batería).
En 2004, la banda poner punto y aparte por la inestabilidad en algunos de los integrantes,además no se podía lograr un ensayo en el que participara todo el grupo entonces ahi se corto todo.Y ya en el 2009 se rearmó la banda y con un par de músicos nuevos, hoy Meremoth esta formado por:
Están influenciados por muchos grupos,aunque si les gustan las comparaciones escuchen a los polacos CRYSTAL VIPER.
-Género: Heavy Metal -País: Argentina
Band Meremoth Info: Mas Alla Del Silencio Years: 2011 Time: Heavy Metal Info: Argentina Info: VBR V0 Info: 143 mb
Tracklist:
1. Más allá del Silencio
2. Mundo Enfermo
3. Mi Fuerza
4. La Misma Pasion/El Dolor Vuelve a Golpear
5. Noche de Metal
6. Tu Puedes Mas
7. El Sueño es Real
8. Entre lo Bueno y lo Malo
9. Vuelve a Creer
10. La Lucha aun mo Termina
Genre:
Experimental/Jazz/Metal... Djazz
Hometown
New York:
Members:
Chris Barretto - Vocals / Sax
Nick Llerandi - Guitar
Billy Anderson - Guitar / Production
Jon Llerandi - Bass
Jerad Lippi- Drums
Kevin Theodore - Keys
Releasing Their Debut Album In 2011
1. All Eyes on the Earth (5:16)
2. Latency and Tendencies (5:52)
3. The Little Albert Experiment (7:04)
4. Lost in Our Escape (5:47)
5. Screen Scenarios (9:43)
6. Spineless (5:59)
7. Reflections (3:22)
8. The Counter Shift (6:38)
9. Infinitely Inward (6:53)
10. City Limits (5:46)
11. Dispose of Your Optimism (8:10)
12. Clockwork (6:52)
Electric Mary, from Melbourne, Australia are no strangers to the music business, touring in 2009 with the likes of legendary Alice Cooper and Glenn Hughes, then in 2010 being the support act for Deep Purple. Talk about starting big. Yet they have only released a mere two albums (Four Hands High in 2004 and Down to the Bone in 2008) and released 1 single and 3 EP’s. Now on their third album release ‘Electric Mary III’ and it’s my first listen to these guys aren’t they lucky)...
An impressive riff for the first track ‘O.I.C’ and the vocals are quite delicious with the high pitched yet growly rock sound. The guitar solo suits the track perfectly with the ongoing up-tempo beat, which makes this track a winner. The extra solo after the middle section adds a delicious fruity sauce to the mixture. ‘Stained’ keeps on track at impressing me with the dirty deep riff to make you shout “Ooooooh!” and the drum section at around 2.20 is pure 80s class as well as the crazy guitar work pissing all over it!
“So Cruel” starts off with a led Zeppelin style riff with clear vocals over it then blasts with more heavy guitars reminding me of a 90’s Aerosmith feel. ‘Long Time Coming’ sounds a lot like the first two tracks which isn’t a bad thing necessarily for the fact that they are both cracking tracks but ‘All Eyes on Me’ stood out with its fast pace, crazy guitar work and the drumming on it is superb! The vocals equally as good with the group vocals in the chorus line. The intro to ‘Lies’ uses the same sound as the beginning of Motorhead’s ‘Ace of Spades’ but quickly changes into a not so bad little number. A repetitive riff and different vocals (a different bloke?) either way, still listenable. Another I wanted to mention is track 8, ‘Bone on Bone’ which sounds again like Led Zep with a helping of Whitesnake squashed into one sexy concoction. By the time ‘Waiting’ comes on my heads already rocking, with the cheesy yet likable chorus and the pubescent vocals it’s another winner.
Ending with ‘American Jam’ and even though having a more updated riff, got me a little bored half way through this one. Not the perfect ending to an almost perfect album...
http://www.myspace.com/electricmary
Charlene Rance
01. O.I.C 05:04
02. Stained 04:16
03. So Cruel 03:41
04. Long Time Coming 03:49
05. All Eyes on Me 02:12
06. Lies 03:44
07. Nobody's Perfect 03:37
08. Bone on Bone 04:19
09. Waiting 03:12
10. American Jam 04:55
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01. Back Home (Instrumental) (2:08)
02. London (4:36)
03. The Gathering (1:13)
04. If Only (8:41)
05. The Curse (0:40)
06. Sybil (4:37)
07. Schizophrenia (2:22)
08. Disillusion (10:55)
09. The Secret (7:45)
10. Drugs and Luxury (4:22)
11. Murder (7:56)
12. Random Shot (4:56)
13. Back to the Attic (1:08)
14. The Picture (7:49)
Es el debut EN SOLITARIO,de uno de los componentes de Aorta.
Aunque el bagaje de la banda es mucho más amplio que la del propio vocalista,que nadie dude que Daniel va a triunfar aparte de los demás Aorta,o por encima...
Heavy Metal y Rock pesado hacen de daniel y también de Aorta su buque insignia,en castellano,y como no podía ser de otra manera autoproducido y siempre muy bien rodeado.
01. Alma Solitaria
02. Los Dejo En Mi Corazon
03. Me Iluminas
04. El Destino
05. Amanecer
06. Hace Poco…
07. Gladiador
08. Nueve Meses
09. Mi Razon
10. Lobos
11. Corazon De Guerrero
12. Despedida