Symphonic classic mastery collides beautifully with brutal death metal! I was a band kid for half of my school life, an accomplished clarinet player who sadly didn’t do much beyond high school. During this time, my appreciation for classical and baroque music grew. There isn’t anything quite like it, with the complex arrangements, various movements, […]
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Speedy historical symphonic power metal with thrash sensibility! I love well done symphonic power metal. There is just something about the over the top feel, the big melodies and earworm choruses, and the stereotypical concept album tapestry. Germany’s WarKings released their latest album, “Armageddon,” in July, and it absolutely fits the bill. The focus on historical events
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Hard hitting Dystopian Metal with Symphonic, Goth, and Industrial Flair! I just finished raving about Edge of Paradise and their 2023 dystopian concept album “Hologram,” but they just released their latest, “Prophecy,” yesterday! Edge of Paradise blends several styles together, with key metallic flavors including industrial, symphonic, and gothic, combined with a massive feel, striking
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