TEN – NEW Album “Illuminati” ….OUT NOW….

Posted by AmadeuS on November 11, 2018
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Hot on the heels of last year’s “Gothica”, UK hard rock stalwarts TEN/Gary Hughes are returning with a new album, “Illuminati”! The album promises to be one of the hallmarks of their 22+ years career, where fans will easily spot all the trademark textures and flavours they have come to expect from TEN, with a consistent and solid spark of creativity throughout. “Illuminati” continues to build upon the rich legacy that the great British rockers have established in their 20+ year career.

“Illuminati” is said to be an elite, secret organization of world leaders, business authorities, innovators, artists, and other influential members of the global society. A coalition that unites influencers of all political, religious, and geographical backgrounds to further the prosperity of the human species as a whole. The album “Illuminati” brings the band’s atmospheres and sounds and weaves them into a reel of mysteries, esoteric tales, and elaborate spells, evoking embers that spark the imagination courtesy of the classic songwriting of vocalist Gary Hughes.

Following the success of the recent string of albums, from “Albion” to “Gothica”, Hughes is joined once again by guitarists Dann Rosingana, Steve Grocott and John Halliwell along with bass player Steve McKenna, keyboard maestro Darrel Treece-Birch, and drummer Max Yates. On their fourth outing as a collective unit, the musicians in TEN have raised the bar even higher than they had previously. The album is full of stunning guitar work over a rich keyboard, bass, and drum tapestry with Hughes’ rich vocals once again bringing the nuances of the intricate lyrics to life.

“Illuminatii” was produced by Gary Hughes and mixed and mastered by Dennis Ward. TEN’s longstanding professional association with Dennis has been ongoing since he mixed their 2011 album, “Stormwarning” and has always guaranteed albums with stunning sound and production.

Order here: http://radi.al/TenIlluminate 

Song Samples: https://www.tenofficial.com/illuminati

Tracklisting:
1. Be As You Are Forever
2. Shield Wall
3. The Esoteric Ocean
4. Jericho
5. Rosetta Stone
6. Illuminati
7. Heaven And The Holier-Than-Thou
8. Exile
9. Mephistopheles
10. Of Battles Lost And Won

Produced by: Gary Hughes

Line-Up:
Gary Hughes (Vocals)
Dann Rosingana (Lead Guitars)
Steve Grocott (Lead Guitars)
John Halliwell (Rhythm Guitars)
Darrel Treece-Birch (Keyboards)
Steve McKenna (Bass)
Max Yates (Drums)

Connect with TEN:

http://www.tenofficial.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TenOfficial

https://twitter.com/TENOfficial_UK

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Dale Sanders: Debut album details & music video for “Handle With Care” released…

Posted by AmadeuS on November 11, 2018
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TRACKLIST:
01 HANDLE WITH CARE
02 EVERY MAN I USED TO BE
03 TAKE ME AWAY
04 ROAD WE TRAVEL ON
05 LOSING GROUND
06 THE BEST IS 4 FREE
07 DARK IN MY EYES
08 WE CAN STAY (FOR TONITE)
09 SOMETHING IN YOUR EYES
10 ALL THE THINGS YOU NEVER KNEW

 
LINE UP:
DALE SANDERS : lead & backing vocals, acoustic &
electric guitars
PAOLO BOTTESCHI: drums
EDOARDO GIOVANELLI: bass
MARIO PERCUDANI: backing vocals, programming,
acoustic guitar on #1, guitar solos trade off on #2
DARIO FOSCHETTI: drums on #3/#4/#6
STEFANO SCOLA: bass on #3/#4/#6
JOSH ZIGHETTI: backing vocals on #1/#9, co-lead vocals
on #9
PAOLO APOLLO NEGRI: Hammond, piano, Wurlitzer,
synthesizers on #3/#4/#5/#7/#8
GIULIO GARGHENTINI: backing vocals on #4
NICOLE FODRITTO: backing and co-lead vocals on
#3/#5, backing vocals on #10
ALESSANDRO MORO: sax on #8

Produced by Mario Percudani, executive producers:
Dale Sanders and Tanzan Music. Recorded, mixed and mastered at Tanzan Music Studio by Mario Percudani and Daniele Mandelli.
Publishing: Tanzan Music Ed. Musicali s.r.l. (SUISA – Switzerland) Copyright ©2018 Tanzan Music

DESCRIPTION:
“Handle With Care” is a nice mix of FM driving rock, americana, blues and new country
music blended together with great personal touch and delivering a good bunch of guitar
driven tunes and heart-melting ballads all dressed up with those classic powerful tube
tones, groove, very personal lyrics and great melodies!
BIOGRAPHY:
Dale is a dreamy small city boy, born in Italy, class of 1981. His deep love affair with rock
music started when he was only 9. Spending his teens as an avid rock albums eater, at 17
he decided it was about time to have an actual role in the music scene so he picked up his first guitar and learned how to rock it playing along to his favorite records. The first bands then arrived bringing the chance to start writing original songs, developing his songwriter skills, love for deep lyrical content and building a huge live stage attitude. 18 years have then passed by playing in several bands, writing countless songs, gigging around Europe and growing either as a guitar player, a singer and songwriter. Now in 2018, with the precious help of producer extraordinaire Mario Percudani, he has the chance to fulfill his longtime dream and finally become a solo artist, presenting to the world his debut album “Handle With Care”, a romantic and sincere rock retrospective over what happened in his not-so-quite life  during the last years plus his shared vision on today’s world. The first step of many to come!

WHEELS OF FIRE – New deal & New album…

Posted by AmadeuS on November 5, 2018
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Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are proud to announce the signing of Italian melodic hard-rockers, Wheels Of Fire, for the release of their brand new album, “Begin Again“. After two successful releases, that received great feedback from fans and critics all around the world (the debut album “Hollywood Rocks” reached #42 on the charts of  Burrn! magazine), Wheels Of Fire are now back on the scene with what is going to be their strongest release so far, showcasing the noteworthy skills of a band at the top of its form.

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“Begin Again” also introduces new keyboard player, Federico De Biase, into the band, and represents a big step forward in the quality of the songwriting provided by the original combo, Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri (Vocals) and Stefano Zeni (Guitar). The new album also includes experienced contributors, Pierpaolo “Zorro” Monti (Raintimes, Shining Line, Charming Grace) and Gianluca Firmo (Room Experience, Firmo). The album offers an excellent mix of perfectly-balanced elements between the arena melodies unleashed in “Hollywood Rocks“, and the prominent guitar work of “Up For Anything“, featuring a bombastic and up-to-date sound thanks to the great mix and mastering work by Roberto Priori (Danger Zone, Raintimes, I.F.O.R.). The CD booklet features introductive liner notes written by seasoned Italian music writer Marco Aimasso (from Metal.it), while CD graphics have been marvelously designed once again by Aeglos Art (Airbound, Raintimes, Michael Kratz, Firmo). More info about the tracklist, release date, and special guests appearances will follow in the forthcoming weeks.

Line-up:

Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri: Vocals
Stefano Zeni: Guitars
Federico De Biase: Keyboards
Marcello Suzzani: Bass
Fabrizio Uccellini: Drums & Percussion

Web/Social links:

https://www.facebook.com/wheelsoffireband

https://www.burningmindsgroup.com/art-of-melody-music

http://www.facebook.com/artofmelodymusic 

FIRMO – Rehab (Review) – 9.25/10

Posted by AmadeuS on October 13, 2018
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Gianluca Firmo (FIRMO /Room Experience) made his first apparence worldwide as the mastermind of Room Experience’s back in 2015.

2018 is the year of Gianluca Firmo’s start to a new solo journey under the name FIRMO. The album is called “Rehab” and set for release in October 19th via Street Symphonies Records.
His solo work offers  fresh melodies and wellcrafted lyrics which will stick in your mind and make you sing along once you’ve heard it.
A no fillers record goes from the uptempos and full of energy  such “A place for judgement day” / “Heart of Stone” / “No prisoniers” / “Rehab” / to a soft alternative “Unbreakable” and finally to midtempo/slow tracks “Cowboys once, Cowboys forever” / “Until forever comes” / “Everything” / “Didn’t wanna care” keeping the listener sticked to every note and every word coming out of the player.

I could write much more about this album, but you better discover yourself the rest.
One thing is sure, Gianluca FIRMO deliver a modern melodic rock record which will be on the players for a longtime in the years to come.

AMRS APPROVED : 9.25 / 10

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TRACKLIST
01. A Place For Judgement Day
02. Heart Of Stone
03. Shadows And Lights
04. Maybe Forever
05. No Prisoners
06. Didn’t Wanna Care
07. Unbreakable
08. Don’t Dare To Call It Love
09. Cowboys Once, Cowboys Forever
10. Rehab
11. Until Forever Comes
12. Everything

FIRMO IS:
Gianluca Firmo: Lead & Backing Vocals, Keyboards
Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri (Raintimes, Room Experience, Wheels Of Fire, Charming Grace): Backing Vocals
Mattia “Noise Maker” Tedesco (Vasco Rossi, Gianluca Grignani, Candies For Breakfast): Guitars
Nicola Iazzi (Hardline, Candies For Breakfast): Bass
Daniele Valseriati (Tragodia): Drums & Percussion

SPECIAL GUESTS:
Paul Laine (The Defiants, Danger Danger): Backing Vocals
Mario Percudani (Hungryehart, Hardline): Guitars
Stefano Zeni (Wheels Of Fire, Room Experience): Guitars
Carlo Poddighe: Guitars
Pier Mazzini (Danger Zone): Keyboards
Andrea Cinelli: Piano
Alessandro Moro: Sax

 

WHITE WIDDOW – New official video single released…..

Posted by AmadeuS on October 10, 2018
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White Widdow released their first single out of the NEW album “VICTORY” coming up on OCTOBER 19th…..BE PREPARED!
Enjoy it & feel free to spread the word…..
cheers everyone

BLACK TIGER – Debut album in October…

Posted by AmadeuS on October 4, 2018
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Czech Melodic Rock band Black Tiger set to release their debut album on October 12th.
The self-titled debut album of Black Tiger was recorded at Tanzan Music Studio during the year 2017 and is set to be released on October 12th via Freemood, record label of Tanzan Music Group. The is produced by Mario Percudani (Hungryheart, Hardline) and offers a mix of AOR and melodic Hard Rock with the emphasis on strong melodies, big choruses, rich guitars, interesting arrangements, and clear and powerful sound.
10 original songs features the guest appearance of well known names in the melodic rock world as Dan Reed (Dan Reed Network), Mario Percudani and Josh Zighetti (Hungryheart) and Giulio Garghentini.

Black Tiger  was formed in 2010 being the only representative of AOR genre in its home country.
The band released three independent EP´s: „All Over Night” EP (2010), „Road To Rock” (2013) and „Songs From Abyss” (2015); the last two featuring Dan Reed from Dan Reed Network as a guest. The records of the band received positive reviews in prestigious magazines, e.g. in “Powerplay” and “Classic Rock Presents AOR”.
Black Tiger performed in various clubs and festivals in the Czech Republic as well as in Germany, Poland and Slovakia and the band shared the stages with some great artists from the melodic rock scene like House of Lords, Dan Reed, Pretty Maids, Mike Tramp, Little Caesar,Hungryheart and Michael Schenker.

TRACKLIST:
01 DON’T LEAVE ME
02 LIFE IS A GAME
03 SOLITARY MAN
04 SHE’S A LIAR
05 AGAINST THE GRAIN
06 REASON TO LIVE
07 WHO IS TO BLAME
08 SILENT CRY
09 NEVER TOO LATE
10 OPEN YOUR EYES

LINE UP:
Jan Trbusek: lead vocals
Jiri Doelzel: guitars, keyboards
Lubos Ferbas: bass
Petr Konecny: drums

GUESTS:
Mario Percudani: guitars, backing vocals, strings
arrangement
Dan Reed: backing vocals
Josh Zighetti: backing vocals
Giulio Garghentini: backing vocals
Alessandro Moro: saxophone
Edoardo Giovanelli: strings arrangement

Produced by Mario Percudani
Recorded at Tanzan Music Studio
Mixed and mastered by Mario Percudani and Daniele
Mandelli
Publishing: Tanzan Music Ed. Musicali s.r.l. (SUISA –
Switzerland) Copyright ©2018 Tanzan Music

http://www.blacktigerband.com
http://www.facebook.com/blacktigerband

 

ROOM EXPERIENCE – New Deal & New album in early 2019….

Posted by AmadeuS on October 4, 2018
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Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are excited to announce the signing of International melodic rock project, Room Experience, for the release of their brand new studio album, “Another Time And Place”. Room Experience is the brainchild of Italian keyboardist and songwriter, Gianluca Firmo. Their debut album hit the melodic rock headlines back in 2015, featuring a professional team of musicians led by the production duo, Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri, and Pierpaolo “Zorro” Monti. Fronted by rockstar vocalist David Readman (Pink Cream 69, ex-Voodoo Circle, ex-Almanac), the self-titled debut album received acclaim from fans and critics, hitting several specialized media charts and top lists all around the world. In 2017, the same pro team (which includes mighty axeman Steve De Biasi on guitar) reunited to start work on the second album, with the addition of Simon Dredo (De Rosso, Laroxx) as their new bass player.

“Another Time And Place” is expected for release in early 2019 in Europe via Art Of Melody Music / Burning Minds Music Group, with a dedicated Japanese edition following later on AnderStein Music. Welcome special guests in this new chapter are Sven Larsson (Street Talk, Raintimes), Iván Gonzalez (91 Suite, Raintimes, Secret), Matteo Serra (Charming Grace, Sovversivo) and Lorenzo Foddai (Airbound), while mix and mastering duties will be handled again by renowned international producer Alessandro Del Vecchio. Tracklist info, release date, and cover artwork will follow in the forthcoming weeks.

VIDEO PREVIEW: https://youtu.be/Edn-1eTe2Xk

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Room Experience is:
David Readman: Lead & Backing Vocals
Gianluca Firmo: Keyboards & Backing Vocals
Davide “Dave Rox” Barbieri: Keyboards & Backing Vocals
Steve De Biasi: Guitars
Simon Dredo: Bass
Pierpaolo “Zorro” Monti: Drums & Percussion

Special guests:
Sven Larsson (Street Talk, Raintimes): Guitar
Iván Gonzalez (91 Suite, Raintimes, Secret): Guitar
Matteo Serra (Charming Grace, Sovversivo): Guitar
Lorenzo Foddai (Airbound): Guitar

Web/Social links:

http://www.roomexperienceofficial.com
https://www.facebook.com/roomexperienceofficial
http://www.burningmindsgroup.com/art-of-melody-music
https://www.facebook.com/artofmelodymusic

LION’S SHARE – 3/5 of debut album lineup reunites on new EP….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 29, 2018
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Swedish heavy metal band LION’S SHARE is making a new five track EP available on streaming services and digital service providers today, September 28.
“EP” is the follow-up to 2009’s “Dark Hours” album and includes a re-recording of the LION’S SHARE classic “Sins Of A Father” – the opening track on the band’s self- titled debut from 1995.

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“It was a blast to revisit the song together with Andy Loos (bass) and Kay Backlund (keyboards) who also did the original version with me back in the day. Sure brought back a lot of good and crazy memories.” LION’S SHARE guitarist Lars Chriss says.

The EP also features “Another Desire” and “The Lion’s Trial”, both previously only available as lyric videos.

LION’S SHARE lead singer Nils Patrik Johansson says: “Lars and I have always worked very well together, and at this point it feels the most natural to keep LION’S SHARE as a duo, with friends helping out wherever needed. We of course have Andy and Kay, but also my son Nils Fredrik Johansson helping out on drums. Actually it’s more or less the same team that did my solo album “Evil Deluxe” earlier this year when I think about it.”

“As a special bonus we included two Black Sabbath covers, live from the “Sweden Rock – Ronnie James Dio Tribute” in October 2010, where LION’S SHARE was the house band if you will with various guests coming up to do a song or two with us. It’s taken directly from the eight channel drum monitor mixer, so it’s 100% live without any chance to repair or edit. We think it captures the raw energy of the band in front of an absolutely brilliant crowd that night.” adds Lars.

LION’S SHARE “EP” tracklist:
1. Another Desire
2. The Lion’s Trial
3. Sins Of A Father (2018 re-recording)
4. The Mob Rules (Live from the Sweden Rock – Ronnie James Dio Tribute 2010)
5. Heaven And Hell (Live from the Sweden Rock – Ronnie James Dio Tribute 2010)

Feel free to add songs from the EP to your Spotify playlists: https://play.spotify.com/album/54rU13DsZupRyXVuyyjf3L

Lyric video for “Sins Of A Father” – https://youtu.be/Xp1mtvDyjFM
Lyric video for “The Lion’s Trial” – https://youtu.be/2j9dfc69WDI
Lyric video for “Another Desire” – https://youtu.be/zFA3xmndP18

Follow LION’S SHARE on:
http://www.lionsshare.org
https://open.spotify.com/artist/4yIytMmJ2tx30YdMAMkDSo
http://www.facebook.com/lionsshareband
http://www.youtube.com/lionsshare
https://www.instagram.com/lions_share_band/

KENNY LECKREMO – NEW album in October….NEW single available….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 28, 2018
Posted in: AmadeuS Melodic Rock Shows, AMRShow APPROVED, Music, New Releases, Newsfeed. Tagged: , , , , , , , , , .

The wait is over, KENNY LECKREMO (ex H.E.A.T) is back with a New SOLO album called “Kenny Leckremo’s SPECTRA” set for release on OCTOBER 19th.

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The first single out of the album called “10 years” it’s already out and available in all major platforms. (check for more HERE).

CARE OF NIGHT – NEW album details revealed

Posted by AmadeuS on September 28, 2018
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Skandi Act CARE OF NIGHT’s new album “Love Equals War”, produced by Erik Wigelius, is set to be released by AOR Heaven/GerMusica Promotion on November the 23rd 2018.

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Track listing:
1. Love equals War
2. Your perfection
3. She leads you on
4. All I got
5. Hit
6. Ivory Tower
7. Cold as my heart
8. Please don’t leave
9. We will find a way
10. At last

Care of Night.
Calle Schönberg – Lead Vocals
Viktor Öström Berg – Electric & Acoustic Guitars, Bass Guitar.
Kristofer V. Wachenfeldt – Keyboards, Vocals
Linus Svensson – Drums, Vocals

AFIRE – New single out….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 26, 2018
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Groovy melodic hard rock from Finland – AFIRE released a single from their upcoming album.
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“Let Me Be the One” is the first single from the band´s debut album “On the Road from Nowhere” (due to be released on November 16th by Concorde Music Company).
Here’s the songwriter Harri Halonen´s comment on the single:
“Let Me Be The One is one of the first songs I wrote with our singer Suvi Hiltunen for this band. It might not be the most evident choice as first single amongst the uptempo rock songs on the album, but It does represent well the moodier side of Afire, which is an essential part of what we have to offer.”
Afire is a melodic hard rock band hailing from Oulu, Finland. The band was formed in 2016 when vocalist Suvi Hiltunen joined forces with long-term Oulu-based musicians guitarist Antti Leiviskä (ex-Poisonblack, Brüssel Kaupallinen), guitarist Sami Kukkohovi (ex-Sentenced, KYPCK), bassist Harri Halonen and drummer Tarmo Kanerva (ex-Poisonblack).
So, if you’re into catchy choruses and groovy, solid rock music, Afire is a band you definitely need to check out!

SUPREMACY – NEW single out….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 26, 2018
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Colombian melodic rock act SUPREMACY returns with their single “Sirius”, a studio track mixed and mastered by producer extraordinaire Jacob Hansen that also marks the studio debut of the renowned Brazilian singer Gus Monsanto (ex-Adagio, ex-Revolution Renaissance), who joined as their new lead singer in late 2017.

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ACACIA AVENUE – New album details and first single video revealed…..

Posted by AmadeuS on September 19, 2018
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LINE-UP:

Torben Enevoldsen –  guitar, bass,vocals and keyboards,

Dennis Hansen -Drums,
Vocalist include:
Peter Sundell, D
agfinn Joensen,
Torben Lysholm,
Nicklas Sonne & Michael Bastholm Dahl.

 

TRACKLIST:
01 Stand Up And Shout
02 Worlds Apart
03 Out Of Control
04 Fly Away
05 Mine All Mine
06 Straight To The Heart
07 Reaching Out
08 Seeing Is Believing
09 Don’t Chain My Heart
10 Wait For Love
11 Chasing Starlight

In 2018 the fans will enjoy this melodic rock masterpiece by Acadia Avenue featuring a stellar line up of vocalist including Peter Sundell (C.O.P., Grand Illusion), Dagfinn Joensen (Fate), Torben Lysholm (Pangea, Mysterell), Nicklas Sonne (Defecto, Section A) and Michael Bastholm Dahl (Artillery). Also Dennis Hansen (Section A, Fatal Force) is featured on the drums. The mastermind Torben Enevoldsen is featured on the bass, keyboards and guitars, and even sings a couple of songs himself. The worldwide known artist Carl-André Beckston was brought back again for this amazing CD artwork, Torbin has worked with Carl for almost 15 years now.

In 2016 we saw the release of a melodic rock masterpiece of the mastermind Torben Enevoldsen again with this new  CD called “Early Warning”. This release includes a 12 page booklet artwork done by Blekkmark Design Studio.  The new Acacia Avenue album, entitled “Early Warning”, was written and recorded during 2015 and features brilliant vocal performances by Rob Moratti (ExSaga, Final Frontier), Steve Newman (Newman), Andy Engberg (Sorcerer, ExSection A), Mats Levén (Candlemass, ExYngwie Malmsteen), Torben Lysholm (Pangea) and Albin Ljungqvist. Torben Enevoldsen (Fate, Section A) is once again playing guitar, bass and keyboards, as well as singing both lead and background vocals on a few songs. He also mixed and mastered the album at his “Funny Farm Studios”. Dennis Hansen (Section A, Fatal Force) plays drums, but the album also features a few very special guests. The idea for Acacia Avenue began back in 2008. Founding member, Torben Enevoldsen (Fate, Fatal Force, Section A), spent most of that year writing new material. Some of this new material came to be very melodic hard rock/AOR, and the idea of doing a full album in this style quickly emerged. In order to spice things up however, Enevoldsen decided to ask a few good friends of his to participate, both as singers, but also as co­writers.The debut album features Tony Mills (Ex­TNT, Shy), Geir Rönning (Radioactive), Torben Lysholm (Pangea, Mysterell) and Lars Säfsund (Work Of Art) on vocals. Torben did the bass, keyboards and guitars, as well as both lead and backing vocals on a few songs himself, and Thomas Heintzelmann (Decoy) did the drums. The self­entitled debut album was released on Lion Music in January 2010. The second album, entitled ”Cold”, was released on June 2014 through AOR Heaven and features vocal performances by Rob Moratti (Ex­Saga, Final Frontier), Steve Newman (Newman), Torben Lysholm (Pangea, Mysterell), Albin Ljungqvist, Mikael Roupé (Bamboo Brothers), Peter Sundell (Grand Illusion, Decoy) and Nicklas Sonne (Defecto, Section A). After the release of ”Cold”, Torben worked on and off on new material for a third album, and by the end of 2015, the album was completed. Rob Moratti (Ex­Saga, Final Frontier), Steve Newman (Newman), Torben Lysholm (Pangea, Mysterell) and Albin Ljungqvist are once again sharing vocal duties, along with Andy Engberg (Sorcerer, Ex­220 Volt, Ex­Section A) and Mats Levén (Candlemass, Ex­Yngwie Malmsteen). Speciel guests include Pontus Egberg (King Diamond), Peter Steincke (Fate), Anders Johansson (Ex­Hammerfall, Ex­Yngwie Malmsteen) and Johan Koleberg (Therion, Ex­Section A) Enevoldsen did the bass (except for two songs), the keyboards and guitars himself, as well as singing some lead­ and background vocals. Dennis Hansen (Fatal Force) did the drums (except for two songs) and as always, the majority of the recordings took place at Torben’s ”Funny Farm Studios” in Denmark. This new album, entitled ”Early Warning”, was mixed and mastered at Funny Farm Studios by Torben Enevoldsen. Enevoldsen also produced the album.

 

AMRS APPROVED  8.5/10

TOUR:

All tour dates are listed daily at:

http://www.facebook.com/acaciaavenuetheband/

 Discography:

“Early Warning” (2016 – Perris Records)

”Acacia Avenue” (2010 – Lion Music)

”Cold” (2014 – AOR Heaven)

 

 

SCHIERMANN – Instrumental Prog Guitarist Announced as Support for Sons of Apollo

Posted by AmadeuS on September 19, 2018
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Prog guitar virtuoso SCHIERMANN has announced that he’ll be supporting Sons of Apollo on their upcoming run through the UK, see below for dates.

28/09 – Islington Assembly Hall, London
29/09 – SWX, Bristol
30/09 – Garage, Glasgow
01/10 – Academy 2, Manchester

He will also be performing at Euroblast festival in Cologne, Germany, 5th – 7th October.

Taken from his self-titled debut album, check out the video ‘Technical Disabilities’ here: https://youtu.be/qSsFZsR4ZW0

Released late 2017, the SCHIERMANN self-titled debut is a journey of adventurous, infectious melodies and intelligent grooves topped off with a large dose virtuoso lead work inspired by many players across the decades. Chris’ first love Randy Rhoads’ style is very present, along with the grit of Van Halen, finesse of Steve Vai and the inventiveness of Tosin Abasi.

Purchase Schiermann here:
http://www.schiermannofficial.com/
http://www.facebook.com/SchiermannMusic/
http://www.instagram.com/schiermannmusic/

TEN – First single released….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 19, 2018
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“JERICHO”, THE FIRST TRACK FROM”ILLUMINATI” GETS RELEASED TODAY!

 

Hot on the heels of last year’s “Gothica”, UK hard rock stalwarts TEN/Gary Hughes are returning with a new album, “Illuminati”! The album promises to be one of the hallmarks of their 22+ years career, where fans will easily spot all the trademark textures and flavours they have come to expect from TEN, with a consistent and solid spark of creativity throughout. “Illuminati” continues to build upon the rich legacy that the great British rockers have established in their 20+ year career.

 

“Illuminati” is said to be an elite, secret organization of world leaders, business authorities, innovators, artists, and other influential members of the global society. A coalition that unites influencers of all political, religious, and geographical backgrounds to further the prosperity of the human species as a whole. The album “Illuminati” brings the band’s atmospheres and sounds and weaves them into a reel of mysteries, esoteric tales, and elaborate spells, evoking embers that spark the imagination courtesy of the classic songwriting of vocalist Gary Hughes.

 

Following the success of the recent string of albums, from “Albion” to “Gothica”, Hughes is joined once again by guitarists Dann Rosingana, Steve Grocott and John Halliwell along with bass player Steve McKenna, keyboard maestro Darrel Treece-Birch, and drummer Max Yates. On their fourth outing as a collective unit, the musicians in TEN have raised the bar even higher than they had previously. The album is full of stunning guitar work over a rich keyboard, bass, and drum tapestry with Hughes’ rich vocals once again bringing the nuances of the intricate lyrics to life.

 

“Illuminatii” was produced by Gary Hughes and mixed and mastered by Dennis Ward. TEN’s longstanding professional association with Dennis has been ongoing since he mixed their 2011 album, “Stormwarning” and has always guaranteed albums with stunning sound and production.

 

Pre-order here: http://radi.al/TenIlluminate

 

Tracklisting:
1. Be As You Are Forever
2. Shield Wall
3. The Esoteric Ocean
4. Jericho
5. Rosetta Stone
6. Illuminati
7. Heaven And The Holier-Than-Thou
8. Exile
9. Mephistopheles
10. Of Battles Lost And Won

 

Produced by: Gary Hughes

 

Line-Up:
Gary Hughes (Vocals)
Dann Rosingana (Lead Guitars)
Steve Grocott (Lead Guitars)
John Halliwell (Rhythm Guitars)
Darrel Treece-Birch (Keyboards)
Steve McKenna (Bass)
Max Yates (Drums)

 

Connect with TEN:

http://www.tenofficial.com/

https://www.facebook.com/TenOfficial

https://twitter.com/TENOfficial_UK

FIRMO – First single & official lyric video OUT NOW….

Posted by AmadeuS on September 18, 2018
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Street Symphonies Records & Burning Minds Music Group are glad to announce the release of “Rehab”, first single taken from S/T solo debut by Italian singer/songwriter Gianluca Firmo. The album is scheduled for release on October 19, 2018 via Street Symphonies Records / Burning Minds Music Group in Europe, while a dedicated Japanese release is expected later in November via AnderStein Music.

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WHITE WIDDOW – Victory (8.75/10)

Posted by AmadeuS on September 11, 2018
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Formed in Melbourne, Australia in 2008 and centered around the Millis brothers Jules (Vocals – ex Tigertailz) & Xavier (Keyboards – 2 x Aria Nominee) and guitar virtuoso Enzo Almanzi. Raised on a healthy diet of 80’s Arena Rock and influenced by artists such as Survivor, Foreigner, Journey, Night Ranger, Starship, Dokken and Australia’s own Rick Springfield. In 2010 White Widdow signed with the AOR Heaven label and stormed onto the Melodic Rock scene across the globe with the release of their self-titled debut album throughout Europe. The release of the debut was met by the press with rave reviews making it into Classic Rock Magazine’s top 10 AOR albums for 2010. White Widdow quickly returned with their follow up release “Serenade” in September 2011, showcasing a more crafted song style and structure. In support of “Serenade”, White Widdow hit the road playing festivals and headlining club shows throughout Europe which saw them tour through Switzerland, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Greece and England. Along the way performing at HEAT Festival (Germany) and Firefest (UK) and playing alongside artists including Jimi Jamison (Survivor), Steve Auguri (Journey), Unruly Child, Stage Dolls, Keel, Shakra, Strangeways, Silent Rage, Alien, Mitch Malloy, Coney Hatch, Jeff Paris, Kane Roberts and many more. In 2014 White Widdow’s third opus. “Crossfire” was released and was once again met with praise from both rock critics and melodic rock/ AOR fans, receiving positive reviews. In March 2015 White Widdow returned to tour Europe with shows in Spain and Greece before returning to the UK with shows across England and finishing the tour at Hard Rock Hell AOR Festival in Wales sharing the stage with AOR Legends Night Ranger & FM. 2016 saw White Widdow release their fourth album “Silhouette”, a very slick AOR affair that was heaped with praise by the Melodic Rock Press and Media. White Widdow returned to tour Europe and once again performed at HEAT Festival in Germany alongside artists including Treat and Pink Cream 69. 2018 has seen White Widdow re-enter the studio for their fifth album “Victory”, celebrating ten years since the band began and an album cover that throws back to the style of their debut. “Victory” incorporates a strong Pomp element in the songs along with White Widdow’s traditional classic 80’s AOR sound, the band allowing their influence of bands like Giuffria and White Sister to really come through. Featuring over the top pompus keyboards, stacked harmony vocals from the Millis brothers and Enzo Almanzi’s tasty solos throughout. White Widdow are set to perform at Rockingham in the UK in support of the new album, followed by a tour through Spain, Greece and their native Australia.

White Widdow are:
Lead Vocals – Jules Millis;
Keyboards & Vocals – Xavier Millis;
Guitars – Enzo Almanzi;
Bass – Ben Webster;
Drums – Gavin Hill

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1. Victory, 2. Fight For Love, 3. Second Hand Heart, 4. Late Night Liason, 5. Danced In The Moonlight, 6. Love And Hate, 7. Reach Up, 8. Anything, 9. America, 10. Run And Hide

 

AMRS APPROVED  8.75 /10

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MIDNITE CITY – “There goes the neighbourhood” (9/10)

Posted by AmadeuS on September 11, 2018
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Following on from their explosive self-titled debut album last year, MIDNITE CITY return all guns blazing on 19th of October 2018 with their sophomore release ‘THERE GOES THE NEIGHBOURHOOD’ – eleven tracks of fist pumping, high energy, feel-good, hair metal of the highest order!

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1. Here Comes The Party, 2. Give Me Love, 3. You Don’t Understand, 4. Life Ain’t Like This On The Radio, 5. We’re Gonna Make It, 6. Tonight You’re All I Need, 7. Hard To Get Over, 8. Takes One To Know One, 9. Heaven’s Falling, 10. Gave Up Giving Up, 11. Until The End
The lush melodies, huge choruses and gargantuan hooks found on their debut album are all here in abundance alongside some true modern day glam anthems, fun commercial party rock, moody mid-paced hard rockers and heart wrenching power ballads big enough to light up an entire arena.
As with the first album, the winning formula has remained – all songs have been written by Rob Wylde, whilst Pete Newdeck has once again taken control of production, engineering and mixing duties. With ‘THERE GOES THE NEIGHBOURHOOD’ the band has literally stepped everything up several notches to unbridled, head splitting proportions. The guitars are big, the drums are huge, there are walls and walls of harmonies and more synths than you’d find this side of a classic Bon Jovi album. In a nutshell, this album has everything but the kitchen sink!
With shows all over the UK and Europe in 2017/ 2018, MIDNITE CITY’s sound is tighter than ever before.
So if you long for a band that still look, sound and perform like those long lost million selling forgotten bands of the late 80’s/ early 90’s, MIDNITE CITY and ‘THERE GOES THE NEIGHBOURHOOD’ is the album for you. Don’t forget to catch MIDNITE CITY tearing it up live all over the UK, Europe and beyond in their own inimitable, arena rock style in 2018/ 2019…

’HERE COMES WEEKEND…HERE COMES THE PARTY!’

AMRS APPROVED  9/10

 

 

DION BAYMAN – New album details released…

Posted by AmadeuS on September 9, 2018
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TRACKLIST
01. Ready For The Real Thing
02. Rise And Fall
03. Better Days
04. The Best Times Of My Life
05. Leap Of Faith
06. Fallin’ For You
07. Pieces
08. Out Of Mind Out Of Sight
09. Cold
10. If I Could

Dion Bayman: All Vocals & Instruments

Art Of Melody Music & Burning Minds Music Group are excited to announce all the details of “Better Days”, new official studio album by Aussie melodic rocker Dion Bayman, scheduled for release on September 21st 2018. The ten tracks of “Better Days” show the unquestionable skills of Dion Bayman in capturing the essence of a catchy and up-to-date FM sound, built on high quality songwriting reminiscent to the likes of late 90’s Bon Jovi, Richard Marx & Bryan Adams.

Dion says: “With each new release my goal is to make it better than the last in every aspect. I think I’ve grown as a songwriter, and production wise it’s the best sounding album I’ve produced. I am extremely proud of this record”.

Fans of classic melodic rock melodies but with a modern twist will love “Better Days”, especially thanks to the infectious choruses included within the whole tracklist of the album. Also, to offer a pleasant experience to the fans on the visual side as well, CD graphics have been designed by Aeglos Art (Airbound, Raintimes, Michael Kratz, Firmo, Room Experience, Charming Grace), while the CD booklet features introductive liner notes written by Antonio AORLAND, official speaker and director of AORLAND Radio Show in Spain. The album is available in physical format in two different formats: Standard CD Edition, and Ltd. Personalized Edition. This one, created by Outward Styles and available exclusively at Burning Minds Music Group’s official shop, Rock Temple, will come with handcrafted slipcase and personalized printed card filled with handwritten name of the buyer, printed number of the copy and signature of Art Of Melody Music’s label manager Stefano Gottardi, which certifies the originality and exclusivity of the product. A very special edition available in a strictly limited quantity of 50 copies, dedicated to all the great collectors out there.