Album Reviews
PINNACLE POINT – Symphony of Mind
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, a maxim that applies equally well to sleeve art. It’s worth bearing in mind for anyone tempted to glance at Pinnacle Point’s new album. Part …READ MORE
Melodic Rock
Reviews
ARKADO – Never Say Never
If you blinked in 1983 you might have missed the original incarnation of the band Arkado (then known as BB2). After more than 30 years apart, most of the original members are back together writing …READ MORE
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H.E.A.T – II
Swedish rockers H.E.A.T have been quite the busy band as of late. In 2017 they released their highly acclaimed album Into the Great Unknown. They followed that up with their 2019 live album Live at …READ MORE
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EDGE OF FOREVER – Native Soul
Edge Of Forever state their fourth album since their 2002 inception is their strongest to date. It features anthemic songs, a heavy melodic sound, epic choruses, bombastic production and deep, strong vocal performances. They aren’t …READ MORE
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BRAVE – the calm | the storm
Brave’s new album, the calm | the storm, is the first new album from the band in a decade. This eclectic, ten track collection of mostly Progressive Melodic Rock oriented tracks is candy for the …READ MORE
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WAKE THE NATIONS – Heartrock
Heartrock is the second record from a band that was never intended to be a band. Wake The Nations began as the brainchild of Human Temple guitarist Risto Tuominen, and was intended to be a …READ MORE
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CAULDRON – New Gods
The Canadian Metal trio Cauldron describe their fifth studio album as dark, heavy melodic AOR with “…a strong emphasis on songwriting and melody, complete with high-end organic production to match.” The song structures and melodies …READ MORE
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ISSA – Run With The Pack
The fifth studio album from Norway’s Issa is touted as dream come true for Melodic Rock fans who enjoy huge vocals and soaring melodies. Issa shares, “the album has got it all – edgy, dark …READ MORE
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GRAND DESIGN – Viva La Paradise
Viva La Paradise is the third release from Swedish Melodic Rock band Grand Design. Formed in 2005 by singer/producer Pelle Saether, Grand Design was quickly embraced by the AOR and Melodic Rock communities. Lead guitarist …READ MORE
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REXORIA – Queen Of Light
Sweden’s Rexoria describes their music as Folk influenced Melodic Hard Rock with powerful female vocals, burning guitar riffs and blasting drums. Unfortunately Queen Of Light, the quartet’s first full length album, isn’t always powerful, burning, …READ MORE