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Does he really need any introduction? Since the brilliant Spiritual Beggars coming on the hard 'n heavy / stoner rock scene in the mid-90's, Spice's voice and charisma have always been synonyms of fine songwriting, rock attitude and a bittersweet touch of melancholy.
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Country: Italy
Genre: Power Metal
Year: 2021
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Good old Power Metal from Greece based Silent Winter. Initially formed in the mid 90s, the band released only 2 demos and split. " Empire Of Sins" is the follow up to the highly acclaimed debut album. Influenced by bands like Helloween, Stratovarius, Iron Maiden, Running Wild, Silent Winter is straight 90s Power Metal. One of the highlights is the Metal cover of Belinda Carlisle's smash hit "Leave A Light On".
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Country: Italy
Genre: Progressive Metal
Year: 2021
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Country: Finland
Genre: Progressive Metal
Year: 2021
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Elements of blackened death, left-field thrash and grandiose symphonic metal are all present and correct, but Cryptosis have combined them in an exhilarating, unprecedented new form that promises to satisfy on both primal and cerebral levels. Cryptosis are what happens when metal is allowed to evolve, to expand and to breathe. An invigorating shot in the arm for the entire metal scene.
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Smith/Kotze n is the exciting partnership between guitarists and vocalists Adrian Smith ( IRON MAIDEN ) and Richie Kotzen ( The Winery Dogs, Poison ). Part-time neighbors in LA, full-time friends with a healthy mutual respect their music is reminiscent of the classic rock bands of the 70's updated with crisp hooks, harmonies and pure guitar virtuosity. The debut single Taking My Chances sets the tone for this electrifying collaboration between these two much admired rock music trailblazers.
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Country: Sweden
Genre: Heavy, Stoner Metal
Year: 2021
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The hellhounds are on the loose again! Dressed in sheepskin, Hound formed up in 2014 to breathe new life into the sound of old school hard rock. But the sheep was quickly revealed as a four-headed monster, which from then on earned a reputation as a wild and extraordinary live act in the European club scene. More»



Stranger Vision from Italy is one of the most exciting new heavy Metal bands around. Their sound is based on powerful riffs, enriched with melodic and orchestral arrangements. Stranger Vision released sensational covers of Space Oddity ( Bowie ), Mad World (Tears For Fears) and Moonfield ( In Flames ) for free during the lockdown. A stunning attack in the vein of Blind Guardian, Savatage and In Flames.
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The sci-fi feel of the atmospheric synth and orchestral scoring complements the album’s space themed concept - a story about escaping the end of the world, seeking new victories and facing unknown dangers. Vocal recording, guitar recording, production and mixing by Tom Keech at Cedarfield Studios.
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On March 26, the AOR band Paris will release the album "50/50" via the company AOR Heaven. The band consists of, among others, Frédéric Dechavanne (vocals, keyboards) - Sébastien Montet (guitar, keyboards, vocals)
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The new album turned out to be the most epic IMPERIA album ever, and therefore it was chosen to be released as a double CD. The album features lot of different styles; from goth rock to metal songs, but you will also find beautiful ballads and more folkish songs. There even is a Viking-themed song, "The Last Horizon" also features IMPERIA's new drummer Merijn Mol, who is hailing from the Netherlands.
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