Harpazo "The Crucible"

Country: Multinational
Genre(s): Progressive Metal/Rock Opera
Label: Rockshots Records
Format: CD,digital
Release date: June 28, 2024 (Europe), July 5, 2024 (USA)
Tracklist

1 Ichor - 04:22

2 Legion Program - 01:06

3 I Am God - 03:50

4 Golden Crown - 08:11

5 The Crucible - 08:08

6 Two Witnesses - 10:11

7 Change Of Heart Pt. 1 - 08:04

8 Ultimatum - 03:26

9 We Are Weak - 02:18

10 Small Price To Pay - 03:55

11 Change of Heart, Pt. 2 - 09:22

12 The Book of Life - 08:01

Credits
Marc Centanni - Additional Electric Guitars, Drums and Keys

Gary Wehrkamp (Shadow Gallery) - Lead Guitars, Bass, Keys, Piano, Drums, Vocals as Jude Solomon
   With

DC Cooper (Royal Hunt) - Vocals  as Michael Lightborne

Mark Zonder (Fates Warning, Warlord) -  Drums (1,4,5,12)

Les Carlsen (Bloodgood)  - Vocals as “The Stranger”

Rey Parra (Deny the Fallen, Sacred Warrior)  - Vocals as Moses

Christian Liljegren (Narnia)  - Vocals as Casimir Agnus

Michael Drive Lee (Barren Cross, Worldview)  - Vocals  as “Pope John”

Niklas Kahl (Lord of the Lost, Flaming Row) -  Drums (3,7)

Lee Lemperle (Outside the Wall) - Vocals as Princess Relena

Jennifer Eckhart (Jennifer K Eckhart & Stained Glass Road) - Vocals as Ellie

Stephanie Morykin - Violins

Gary Bredbenner - Trombones

Joe Stone - Guitar Solo #2 on “Golden Crown” 

Bruno Sa - Keyboard solo on“Change of Heart Pt. 2”  

Backing Vocals: Gary, Marc, John Zadeh, Gabriel Wehrkamp, Matthew O’Connell, Jim Roberti,

Rick Fisher.

Additional Vocals on “Golden Crown” by Enzo Donnarumma, Nicole Donnarumma, Gabriele

Donnarumma, Mariacarmen Barbato, Namid, Mr. Jack, Amelia Cuomo, Valerio Graziano,

Tommaso Naclerio, Claudia Coticeilli, Chiara Tarantino, Imma Losano, Emanuela Vitiello, Anna

Cuomo, Giuseppe D'Auria. Arranged by Enzo and recorded at Donnarumma Studios, Naples,

Italy.

Extra Vocals on “Book of Life” by Brendt Allman

Acting and Spoken Parts by: Marc, Gary and Ian McClain

Album Artwork / logo by Dusan Markovic

Lyrics and Story by Marc Centanni

Music by Gary Wehrkamp

Recorded at New Horizon Music Studios

Lead Producer: Gary Wehrkamp

Mixed by Gary Wehrkamp at New Horizon Music Studios

Mastered by CJ Grimmark at Lighthouse Mastering

Description/Reviews:

Featuring elements of progressive/power metal with symphonic / industrial undertones and a hint of Celtic influence, "The Crucible" delivers four epic tracks, each over 8 minutes long. The music has been meticulously planned to complement the lyrics and story resulting in an amazing sonic experience.

Described as "Armageddon Metal," the sound of Harpazo is both powerful and symphonic, with industrial nuances adding depth to the compositions. Drawing inspiration from classic progressive metal rock operas of the 90s and 2000s, "The Crucible" offers a modernized take on the genre.

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I Am God

Ichor  

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Shumaun "Opposing Mirrors"

Country: USA
Genre(s): Progressive Rock/Metal
Format: CD, digital 
Release date: June 28, 2024
Tracklist

1. The Perils of Amnesia (8:06)

2. Balance (6:00)

3. Opposing Mirrors (4:26)

4. Anxiety and Daydreams (6:00)

5. That Which Turns (4:54)

6. Beyond Reflection (6:28)

7. Some Memories 4:10)

8. Porcelain Trees (9:26)

Credits

Farhad Hossain - Vocals, Guitars, Keyboards, Drums (2)

Jose Mora - Bass

Tyler Kim - Guitars

   With

Thomas Lang (Peter Gabriel, Paul Gilbert) - Drums ( 1, 3, 8)

Marco Minnemann  (Steven Wilson, The Aristocrats, Mike Keneally) - Drums (4, 7)

Leo Margarit (Pain of Salvation) - Drums (5, 6)

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Entity "Il naufragio della speranza"

Country: Italy
Genre(s): Symphonic
Label: M.P. & Records
Format: CD, digital
Release date: June 24, 2024
Tracklist

1. Derealizzazione (9:05)

2. Inettitudine (9:06)

3. Cristallo (6:27)

4. Osservatorio (7:48)

5. Fuori dalla realtà (1:22)

6. Risveglio - Tango (4:57)

7. Risveglio - Fuga (2:31)

8. Un volto senza nome (1:39)

9. The Enigma (5:36)

10. E sarà domani (2:17)

Total Time 50:53

Credits

Mauro Mulas: keyboards and percussions

Gianluigi Longu: bass

Marcello Panzino: drums

Marcello Mulas: guitars

Sergio Calafiura: vocals

Produced by Mauro Mulas and Vannuccio Zanella

Artwork and graphics by OndemediE

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Deezer     
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Roland Bühlmann "Figurative"

Country: Switzerland
Genre(s): Instrumental Progressive Rock, Fusion
Format: digital
Release date: June 23, 2024
Tracklist

1. Pareidolia (4:28) 

2. Figurative (11:38) 

3. Visions (6:47) 

4. Camouflaging (10:01) 

5. Hesychasm (7:07) 

6. Exteroception (9:45) 

7. Onomatopoeic (5:52) 

Total Time 55:38

Credits

Roland Bühlmann: Electric and bass guitars, aeon sustainer, Korg MS-20, logic software synthesizer, voice (1, 7), kalimba (2, 6), kinnor (3, 4), bullroarer (3) and various objects as percussion.

Composed, produced, mastered by Roland Bühlmann

Cover by Roland Bühlmann

Description/Reviews:

This album deals with perceptions and reactions to these perceptions, and is therefore introspective and very subjective

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Dice "Landing In Area 3-0"

Country: Germany
Genre(s): Progressive Rock
Label: Galileo Music
Format: CD, digital
Release date: June 14, 2024 (digital), July 19, 2024 (CD)
Tracklist

1. Sand On The Shore (11:47) 

2. All That We Lost (9:11) 

3. Landing On The Earth (10:52) 

4. Never Ending Last Song Of The World (8:23) 

5. The Dawn Rises Today (13:34) 

6. New Area In A Different Zone (5:51) 

Total Time 59:38

Credits

Christian Nóvé - vocals, keyboards, bass

Ramona Nóvé - background vocals

Peter Viertel - guitars

Tom Tomson - drums

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IZZ "Collapse the Wave"

Country: USA
Genre(s): Progressive Rock
Format: CD, digital
Release date: June 11, 2024
Tracklist

1. We Are the 3rd

2. So Many Voices

3. Brace for Impact

4. Deep Inside

5. Collapse the Wave

6. Sometimes Sublime

7. There's Hope! 

8. Brethren

9. Not About Me

10. Soak Up the Sunlight

11. And We Will Go

Credits

Paul Bremner: Electric & Acoustic Guitars

Brian Coralian: Electronic & Acoustic Drums and Percussion

Greg DiMiceli: Acoustic Drums and Percussion

John Galgano: Bass Guitar, Electric & Acoustic Guitar, Vocals

Tom Galgano: Keyboards, Vocals

Laura Meade: Vocals

Description/Reviews:

"Collapse the Wave'' marks a significant evolution in IZZ’s musical journey, melding intricate rhythms and complex harmonies to craft a narrative both compelling and transformative. The album, produced by IZZ keyboardist and vocalist Tom Galgano, features a collection of eleven tracks that challenge conventional perceptions and invite listeners to explore beyond the boundaries of traditional rock.

John Galgano, co-founder and bassist of IZZ, describes the album as "a sonic exploration of the self and the universe." He adds, "We tried to weave together each of our musical influences with philosophical, spiritual, and scientific ideas to create an album that explores both personal and universal themes."

"Collapse the Wave" is not just an auditory experience; it’s a journey through the self and the cosmos, making for a listening experience that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining and fun.

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Crypto Knight "Four Fables" EP

Country: UK/USA
Genre(s): Progressive Rock
Format: digital
Release date: May 31, 2024
Tracklist

1. Sky Traveller

2. Real Truth

3. Don't Ask (2024 mix)

4. Down to Earth (2024 mix)

Credits

Dave Johnson (The Forgotten Man) - Music, Production

Tim Malugin - Vocals, Lyrics 

Description/Reviews:

The music demonstrates the duo's unique and varied style which has been described as a mix of Neo Prog, Art Rock, Alternative, and Electro Rock. 

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Leon Alvarado "The Changing Tide"

Country: USA
Genre(s): Progressive Rock
Label: Melodic Revolution Records
Format: CD,digital
Release date: May 31, 2024
Tracklist

1. The Equilibrium of Time

2. A Day of a Different Sort

3. A View from a Different Room

4. Dance of the Pink Elephants

5. The Changing Tide

6. Brain Damage 

Credits

Leon Alvarado: Drums, Keyboards & Effects, Bass (5), Vocals (6)

    With:

Edoardo Scordo (Brit Floyd): Guitars (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)

Tony Franklin: Bass (1, 2, 3, 4)

John Helliwell (Supertramp): Saxophone (3)

Pablo Hopenhayn: Violin, Viola and Cello (1)

Gary Gnaedinger: Bass, Guitar & Keyboards (6)

James Griggers: Guitar & Slide Guitar (6)

Jeff Sanson: Backing Vocals (6)

Linda Alvarado: Backing Vocals (6)

Liz Hall: Backing Vocals (6)

Produced and mixed by Leon Alvarado

Mastered by Maor Appelbaum

Design and Art Direction by Synergy Design

Description/Reviews:

Alvarado explains, “The creation of 'The Changing Tide' was very much influenced by the musical heritage of Pink Floyd. We aimed to seamlessly blend their timeless formula with our unique styles to produce material that charts its own course.”

While acknowledging the influence of Pink Floyd as a foundational element, Alvarado emphasizes the infusion of his own creative perspective. “Listeners can anticipate a departure of sorts from my previous works,” he shares, “yet they'll find my hallmark keyboard textures and atmospheric nuances intricately woven throughout.”

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Auro Control "The Harp"

Country: Brazil
Genre(s): Progressive Power Metal
Label: Rockshots Records
Format: CD,digital
Release date: May 31, 2024
Tracklist

1. Aurum Regium (1:30) 

2. Feel The Fire (4:21) 

3. Not Alone (4:50) 

4. Rise Of The Phoenix (5:14) 

5. The Harp (4:56) 

6. Afterglow (5:28) 

7. Head Up High (5:29) 

8. Conception (5:15) 

9. Runner (4:40) 

10. Breaking Silence (7:27) 

Total Time 49:10

Credits

Lucas de Ouro - Vocals

Lucas Barnery - Guitars

Diego Pires - Guitars

Thiago Baumgarten - Bass

Davi Britto - Drums

    With
Jeff Scott Soto (3)
Aquiles Priester (W.A.S.P., Angra) (4)
Aiace (5)
Felipe Andreoli (Angra) (5)
Thiago Bianchi (Noturnall, Shaman) (10)      

Produced by Thiago Bianchi
Recorded at Estúdio Fusão in São Paulo

Description/Reviews:

"The Harp" is an ambitious album, uniting the greatness of Power Metal with the depth of Prog Metal and the richness of percussion from Bahia-Brazil, resulting in a unique and surprising sound. 

The album is full of songs showcasing their main influences and delivering energizing anthems with messages that encourage introspection and reflection. As the album unfolds, listeners are taken on a journey through the subjectivity of the human soul, with moments of power and complexity interspersed with Brazilian percussion and Northeastern rhythms.

​The lyrics draw inspiration from dark moments and overcoming difficulties, serving as reflections and invitations to find one's spotlight in life. Metaphors of battling loneliness and transformation resonate throughout, emphasizing the importance of willpower and courage.

​For fans of bands like Angra, Stratovarius, Helloween, Symphony X, and Dream Theater, "The Harp" offers a refreshing and mature debut album that combines technical prowess with beautiful melodies and melodic ideas. It's a compelling fusion of Power Metal classics and the rhythmic traditions of northeastern Brazil, marking Auro Control as a band to watch in the metal scene.

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Streams

Rise of the Phoenix
Not Alone  

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El Poder de la Infancia "El Poder de la Infancia"

Country: Argentina
Genre(s): Progressive Rock
Format: digital
Release date: May 30, 2024
Tracklist

1. Eclesiástica

2. Lluvia en Atacama

3. Buscaminas

4. Agente Libre

5. Martes 14

6. Baúl de juguetes

7. Fritz Lang

8. Una Onza

9. Manijeo

10. Vasily II

Credits

Facundo Kuttel: Drums | Acoustic guitar in Buscaminas and Agente Libre

Adriel Radovitzky: Percussion | Guitar solo in Martes 14 | Sinthesizers in Baúl de juguetes | Recorder and kazoos in Manijeo

Sebastián M. Britos: Keyboards, pianos, sinthesizers and pads | Cavaquinho in Agente Libre

Federico Grassi: Bass

Mateo Quesada: Electric guitars | Classic guitar in Lluvia en Atacama and Baúl de juguetes

Guido Marengo: Castanets in Martes 14

   With

Camila Borgetto: Voice in Eclesiástica

Andy Ryan: Hammond Organ in Lluvia en Atacama

Emilia Ayala: Cello in Lluvia en Atacama, Agente Libre and Martes 14

Federico “Willy” Willimburgh: Clarinet in Buscaminas

Pablo Sosa: Violins and violas in Agente Libre and Martes 14

Candela Terraza: Flute in Agente Libre

Miriam Indira Díaz Ibarra: Bandoneon in LLuvia en Atacama

Strings and wind arrangements: Sebastián M. Britos, Adriel Radovitzky y Facundo Kuttel

Voice arrengements: Camila Borgetto, Adriel Radovitzky, Sebastián M. Britos y Facundo Kuttel

Electronic arrangements in “Manijeo”: Adriel Radovitzy

Concept by El Poder de la Infancia

Produced by Sebastián M. Britos, Adriel Radovitzky and Facundo Kuttel

Recorded between 06/02/2021 and 9/11/2022

Recorded by Sebastián M. Britos (electric guitars, bass, keyboards, pianos, synthesizers, pads, recorder and kazoos)

Lucas Conforti in “Deep Wave Recording Studio” (drums, percussion, electric guitars and bass reamps, acoustic guitar, classic guitar, voices, cavaquinho, violin, viola, cello, flute and clarinet)

Mixed by Sebastián M. Britos

Mastered by Federico Grassi

Guitar Tech: Lucas Conforti

Cover design: Matías de los Santos @manijailustre

Description/Reviews:

El Poder de la Infancia's first album sums up the collective's musical exploration over the years, using the structures of progressive rock as a reference point to blend different textures of rock music with the language of jazz, influenced by cinema with the idea of creating visual landscapes for the listener.

Those who listen to the album will be able to understand its concept, where a child's imagination can create situations of happiness, love, hate, abstract, confusion and revolution.

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Lluvia en Atacama
Una Onza

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