►► Chapter VII - Evil Awakens • Album • 2022 ◄◄
10 / 10
➤ "… really pieced this album together well … the excellence of the individual performance’s aggregates into a magnificent record … full of massive twists and turns … all while staying firmly in the Power Metal genre and only briefly venturing into Progressive and Symphonic Metal. While those elements are ever-present, they are always secondary to the core Power Metal realm … one of the top Power Metal albums of the year."
(Metal Temple)
4,5 / 5
➤ "… this record really fully convinces … truly remarkable songs … it is the whole full-length that is captivating, so full of anger and energy, but always attentive to the smooth functioning of the melodies … the pleasant artwork done by Oleg Shcherbakov contributes by constituting a good calling card … one of the best records of Kaledon's now long career and certainly constitutes one of the best power records of the year ... not to be missed!"
(All Around Metal)
9,1 / 10
➤ "Where the songs offer us their epic, dramatic, epic and powerful grandeur, the rest of the themes are full of Power Metal with great orchestral arrangements that create fantastic atmospheres that highlight their beauty and close with the sensitive duet with the beautiful Nicoletta in a very emotional way ... a phenomenal work, very good and well cared for in its elaboration, sneaks straight to the best of the month."
(Locos Por El Power Metal)
9 / 10
➤ "… intense … certainly on the heftier end of the Power Metal spectrum … don’t expect Fairyland-esque symphonics or saccharine melodies a la Freedom Call from KALEDON in 2022 … satisfying and rewarding experience … both gloriously majestic and skull-smashingly heavy, which is exactly how I would describe the amazing cover art, too … worth the 5-year wait …"
(The Metal Observer)
9 / 10
➤ "… a great album and a worthy finale of their long lasting concept ... if you like exaggeratedly fast and bombastic Power Metal, you have to listen to this album …"
(Soundmagnet)
9 / 10
➤ "… voluminous ... does not let go of the listener ... truly anthemic ... opulent, moving and almost chills-inducing rebirth, which this year should be high on the lists of the annual polls of the genre."
(Crossfire Webzine)
9 / 10
➤ "... a disc that I would not have expected so ... with the new album they increase considerably and distinguish themselves very well from other bands from the genre due to the already mentioned musical mixture ... without further ado directly a buy recommendation for the appropriate target group ..."
(Rock Garage)
9 / 10
➤ "… a great Power Metal album filled with aggressive riffs, diverse arrangements, catchy melodies, an epic story, and strong performances, which will undoubtedly land it on many top album lists for 2022 …"
(The Metal Resource)
89 / 100
➤ "… with a wonderful high-pitched vocalist … he can sing wildly and make the whole gorgeous … album has a modern aura and is sophisticated … contains elements of Progressive and Symphonic Metal … Power Metal fans will never be disappointed … there are some fast songs, including twin guitar and keyboard solos … epic, dramatic … KALEDON is a pioneer … at the same time, they will definitely gain new fans!"
(Marimetal)
8,6 / 10
➤ "… with each listen it's an album that grows and adheres well … Mele, Nemesio and company can be proud of this delivery full of melodies where careful work is noted in the elaboration and articulation of each measure and each note … a genuine set of Italian Power Metal …"
(The Dark Melody)
85 / 100
(Burrn!)
8,5 / 10
➤ "All that like the Fantasy Power Metal genre created by Rhapsody, must know KALEDON … the music has less choirs and is not so keyboard based … besides impeccable vocalizations, Michele Guaitoli (Visions of Atlantis, Temperance) also mixed and mastered, giving an overall modern sound … a quite good return …"
(Sounds From Apocalypse)
8,5 / 10
➤ "An album that will not let you rest, because the speed and the riffs full of energy will always be there, add impressive choruses and keyboards that highlight the unique sound of this band, without a doubt, a highly recommended album.
(Mother Of Power Metal)
8,4 / 10
➤ "… I really enjoyed the tracks 'Eye Of The Storm', 'The Dawn Of Dawns' and 'The Story Comes To An End?' … a intense and well-made Power Metal album …"
(Belgian Metal Shredder)
82 / 100
➤ "… fast and crisp riffs … catapults us into a fairy-tale world where magic and mysticism are the dominant elements … divine atmospheres … breathtaking panoramas … superb music … a majestic album … KALEDON have managed to surpass themselves, composing a work that has no flaws and that keeps up with the best records of the greatest bands in the history of Metal making proud the fans along our peninsula who, in turn, support them by reminding them why Kaledon keep doing what they do since that far-off 2002 when they were baptized to be destined to become one of the greatest tricolor boasts of metal music."
(Metalwave)
81 / 100
➤ "… takes originality a step further … explosive and effective … really well made … bombastic … extremely epic …"
(Heavy Metal Heaven IT)
8 / 10
➤ "… fabulously energetic … Mele’s exuberant guitar playing … I must admit however that Guatoli’s exemplary performance does rather steal the show … all delivered with total power and conviction, whether it’s a technical bridge or memorable chorus, his vocals utterly shine … delivered with the excitement and energy of a much younger outfit … very impressive Power Metal album indeed …"
(Ave Noctum)
8 / 10
➤ "Everything is rounded off by an exceedingly fat production, a pretty artwork as well as all kinds of details, gimmicks and solo duels that keep 'Evil Awakens' always exciting and thrilling. Where Rhapsody were only a shadow of their former selves after all the disbanding, several incarnations and line-up changes on their last album, KALEDON could serve as a worthy replacement in the future. They would definitely deserve it with this work!"
(Earshot)
8 / 10
➤ "... brimming with energy and joy of playing ... surprisingly, it's Paolo Campitelli's keyboard that gives the troupe's varied sound this urgent, gloomy undertone ... there's something absolutely refreshing about it ... for long stretches it's a real whammy ... fans of bands like War Kings, Helloween or even early Manowar should definitely risk an ear ..."
(MetalInside CH)
8 / 10
➤ "... very good standard ... congratulations on this fine work ... especially the last track, 'The Story Comes To An End', which leaves the door open for a sequel on the next CD, is my favourite ..."
(LifeSteps GR)
8 / 10
➤ "... very powerful ... cleverly tighten the hardness screw for this genre ... melodies in the foreground ... in terms of dynamics KALEDON even reach Blind Guardian here, without sounding anything like the Germans ... very varied ... extremely creative ... more than a purely affectionate scene work ... gets along without kitsch ... so they even recommend themselves for higher deeds ..."
(Metal Factory CH)
7,5 / 10
➤ "If you have enjoyed KALEDON's menu in the past, you can rest assured and sit at their table again: you will be served with overwhelming quality Power Metal, well stuffed with symphonic melodies and a sprinkling of darkness …"
(Heavy Metal Webzine IT)
7 / 10
➤ "It's always good to see an Italian band manage to blow out twenty candles from their debut, and if you're ravenous for power that's not too 'spotty', you can find quite a lot of interesting material on this record."
(Metalitalia)
7 / 10
➤ "… immediately draw from the full ... massive guitars, double bass orgies, choir, synthesizers and clear, powerful vocals ... can entertain over the 50 minutes album length …"
(Rocknews CH)
7 / 10
➤ "The strength of KALEDON is shown in all its glory on a track like 'Emperor Of The Night', where the band presents all its splendour with powerful vocals that convey a very infectious energy … KALEDON offers us what they do best, with a little variety to keep from going in circles and to vary the delights a little … should please many ears."
(Soil Chronicles)
11 / 15
➤ "... classic Power Metal, where the keyboards and guitars harmonize extremely well ... moreover, the voice of the new singer Michele Guaitoli also fits ... strongly ..."
(My Revelations)
➤ "... for lovers of the genre, a feast for the ears ... they are fearsome musicians ... drums, rhythm and bass sound like a horde of unstoppable berserkers ... the skills of Michele 'Meek' Guaitoli are undeniable, his voice clear and crystalline ... sound and production are obviously at the level of a band that has entered the stages of Europe with big names in recent years ..."
(Tempiduri)
➤ "... big fantasy ... the dynamic sound is so high … dark, intense style … bound by a giant scale … delivers a harsh sound that matches the album cover perfectly … with unique synths … Power Metal that shatters the tracks and flows together into a single river from beginning to end … undeniably stands out … modified it to make it fresher … a lot of joy …"
(Noisewriter)
➤ "Stormy listening experience ... due portion of epicness ... anthemic ... choral singing which intensifies the epic character ...
recognition value ... rousing rhythms ..."
(Metalmamas Neuigkeiten)
➤ "A lover of epic stories will surely enjoy the new Kaledon - if he is not a 'Power Metal old-timer' - and if he didn't know them before, he will surely be eager to listen to their older albums as well."
(Metalmania)
➤ "… melodic … epic … excellent … sensational …"
(Metal Release)
➤ "... (explosive) mix … twisting choruses punctuated with contemporary agility and small instrumental accents ... it's impossible not to notice the impeccable fluidity with which this total Italian work of art flows and chases each other, with the sole purpose of honoring a genre that, thanks also to KALEDON, is still capable of producing powerful, complex, somewhat baroque if you will, expressions while being of immediate appeal ... an album of graceful quantity ... easily enters my top ten of the year ..."
(Metallus IT)
➤ "... phenomenal guitar work ... very, very high rhythms that keep you on your toes and waiting for something new ... the heavier, vocal component that almost borders on black innuendo perhaps gives it an extra point ... pure channelling, pure talent and pure feeling ... there is no doubt that the progressive aspect adds a stabilizing touch ... a great album from start to finish ... a must have in my music library ..."
(Nada Hay Bajo El Sol)
➤ "… excellent … grand performance …"
(Adicto Al Metal)
➤ "… very mature … consistent with the majority of their albums that tend to be of very good quality … a bit more modern … another great album from 2022 totally recommended to listen to!"
(Mother Of Power Metal)
➤ "Absolutely glorious!"
(El Canal De Amusia)
➤ "... clear that KALEDON is back, more powerful than ever ... more charged than ever ... fast, epic, powerful and functional power, thanks to furious and incisive guitars, a virtuoso and catchy keyboard, bass and drums always on top of their game, solid vocals that live up to expectations and, of course, kudos to the backing singers who have contributed solidly to wrap the songs in an atmosphere that is now dreamlike, now decadent … lovers of the genre will appreciate it ..."
(Italia Di Metallo)
➤ "… fascinating … majestic … leaves me anxious for what is to come, we can only hope that a new release is not delayed and that they keep the line-up that gave us the wonderful result we can now listen to …"
(AZ Journal)
➤ "… this is one of the best albums in Power/Symphonic Metal in recent years … compact, well composed and excellently played, and thanks to the variety of orchestrations and vocal lines, it can be epic, evocative, but also dark … a nice surprise!"
(The Murder Inn)
➤ "Love the heavy riffs and the symphonic elements throughout work extremely well."
(Wanna Hear A Great Song Today?)
►► Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness • 2017 ◄◄
[ Artwork: Jean-Pascal Fournier ]
10 / 10
" …excellent work of the KALEDON overlords … Rome continues conquering, as it always was and always will be ..."
(Metal Samsara)
95 / 100
"… a kaleidoscope of Power Metal, epic choirs and symphonic arrangements that will please fans of this genre, absolutely a must-have in your collection."
(Insane Voices Labirynth)
95 / 100
"… a very good album of Power Metal from the epic and adventurous shades, with plenty of surprises …"
(Antonio Moliterni)
4,5 / 5
"… the perfect storm of epic and melodic, symphonic and melodic, Power Metal. It's what KALEDON does best and, if you love the genre, you will not be disappointed with 'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness'."
(Dangerdog)
4,5 / 5
"Everything turns to perfection and, as you can say, here's a lot of stuff; I believe, KALEDON have made the definitive record of their consecration at international level with "Carnagus, Emperor Of The Darkness", a mature, complete, aggressive work but with great attention to melodies, in short, a gentleman's album! And it will be hard for anyone else to do better in this 2017 ..."
(All Around Metal)
91 / 100
"This record features some of the best riffs in KALEDON’s career – from the stomp of “The Two Bailouts” to the rapid-fire “Eyes Without Life”. The newly-detuned guitar, aided by a powerful drum sound, really amp up the heavy."
(Metal Archives)
9 / 10
"'Carnagus – Emperor Of The Darkness' is simply a superb slab of Power Metal from start to finish without a single bad or filler cut in between."
(Apoch's Metal Review)
9 / 10
"KALEDON continues to gain power, with each issue … masters in the art of Symphonic Heavy. If you like the previous records, you will only find your happiness with 'Carnagus…' and if you didn't know the group … risk an ear … maybe you will be conquered ..."
(Soil Chronicles)
9 / 10
"… their tenth full-length really puts the pedal to the Metal … will please fans of both Rhapsody and Mystic Prophecy alike (two opposite ends of the Power Metal spectrum)."
(The Metal Observer)
9 / 10
" … knows in many ways to please … KALEDON are back, with an unimagined strength and punch …"
(Oliverdsw)
9 / 10
"… nine tracks flow one after the other without any breaks that dampen the rhythm tight and pounding, especially thanks to a great battery work …"
(Metalpit IT)
9 / 10
"Very classic, very well executed … one hundred percent power … next to great as Blind Guardian, or Rhapsody Of Fire … from now on they are one of my favorite groups."
(Eternally Rocking)
9 / 10
"… one of the best releases that have delighted my auricles in recent years … if you love this genre, you are in front of an album to have in your collection and, if you don't love it, this is the occasion to start doing it."
(Steel On Fire)
6 / 7
"… their contribution to the Italian and European scene has always been honest and consistent and 'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness' only confirms these good qualities."
(HeavyMetalWebzine IT)
4 / 5 - great
"Power Metal away from the hustle and bustle, and also with a strong vocal performance for which new entrant Michele Guaitoli is responsible. His vocal facet richness could already be marveled at the band Overtures and its album "Artifacts" ... and also on "Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness" this vocalist makes an outstanding figure at the microphone. Power Metal's typical sounds elicit from his throat as well as warm and melodic vocal lines!"
(DeepGround)
4 / 5
"… mix of epic parts with fat guitars ... again a more solid representative of the epic Power Metal ... fans of the genre will have fun!"
(Stormbringer)
85 / 100
"… a sure key that will open the band's doors directly to the international success, pursued for many years but finally there to be grabbed. Compliments!"
(Loud And Proud)
8,5 / 10
"… great Power Metal, proud, epic, melodic and roaring … a handful of really intense and devastating songs … high-level songwriting …"
(In Your Eyes)
8,4 / 10
"… this is by far one of KALEDON's best albums to date … Epic Melodic Power Metal at its best with powerful tunes that will please every fan of this genre … this band deserves more popularity among the fans of the pure Epic Power Metal."
(Heavy Paradise)
80 / 100
"… a complete and well done job … if you are looking for a well-produced, accomplished, atmospheric and consistent work, I would recommend 'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness' with pleasure."
(Metalwave)
80 / 100
"'Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness' is definitely a work of an experienced band … a new and never banal charge …"
(Heaven Of Heavy Metal)
8 / 10
"… debuts the vocalist Michele Guaitoli (also with Overtures), to me an improvement … the music is the expected efficient epic symphonic Power Meta,l well led by Alex Mele, with some darker elements (according to the main character) …"
(Sounds From Apocalypse)
8 / 10
"It is strange that after all these years and so many albums, they are still hardly noticed. That should change now!"
(Crossfire Metal)
8 / 10
"The vocals are nicely bombastic, dramatic and melodic but also compliment the dark tone of the album. KALEDON have produced one of the finest Power Metal albums I have heard so far this year and are definitely a band I will be going back and checking out the back catalogue of."
(Musipedia Of Metal)
8 / 10
"… virtuosic mix of Power and Heavy Metal… "
(Der Hörspiegel)
8 / 10
(World Of Metal)
8 / 10
"… more than classically epic .... you could even add the definition 'Speed Epic Metal! A hot album, recommended to anyone who enjoys powerful, fast tracks and fantasy melodies!"
(Giornale Metal)
8 / 10
"… musically so far the best work of KALEDON ... some of the 10 tracks are even real earwigs ... the album shines with complex guitar work and great riffs ... a sovereign record that should surely convince any fan of the genre."
(Franconia Metallum)
8 / 10
"The album has everything that a diehard Symphonic Metal fan might enjoy. The songs have tight melodies and exceptional musicianship, as well as a storyline that has a medieval plot to it. This concept album also boasts of some serious Old School riffs that will enthrall fans of Thrash as well as IRON MAIDEN fans. The songs are well written and the melodies are excellent."
(Metal Temple)
8 / 10
"For those who are fans of the genre, especially bands like Rhapsody and Dragonforce, the work is more than recommended. Good recording quality, excellent musicians and an extremely consistent repertoire make this an album worthy for headbangers."
(Riff Virtual)
8 / 10
"… weighted songwriting … perfectly able to compete with any other reality on the international scene … KALEDON know how to engage the listener, thanks to a precise rhythm section …"
(Through The Black Hole)
8 / 10
"… KALEDON have managed to create a release that is symphonic, melodic and above all heavy. They have probably created the darkest and most aggressive release of theirs up to now. The sound in this album actually fits perfectly to the concept story … an album that I have bought and I can easily put next to great Symphonic Power Metal releases. Probably the best release of this sound for 2017."
(Behind The Veil)
8 / 10
(Burning Sun)
5 / 7
"Fetter Power Metal mit orchestraler Ausrichtung á la RHAPSODY, inklusive deren epischen Storys und Songarrangements treffen auf heavy Power der Marke MYSTIC PROPHECY … flirrende Gitarrenmelodien, zahlreiche Chöre und bombastische Orchestration."
(Earshot)
77 / 100
"… their best work."
(Ragherrie)
7,6 / 10
"… a well-designed Power Metal record, powerful and, of course, adventurous and delicious …"
(El Portal Del Metal)
75 / 100
"… fans of Power Metal with a certain liveliness and taste will appreciate it …"
(Hardsounds IT)
7,5 / 10
"… composed by highly trained musicians … with perfect professionalism …"
(Rozsdagyar)
7,5 / 10
"… the good Michele … gives a performance perfectly suited to the structures of a disc that gives KALEDON a new dimension."
(Metal IT)
7,5 / 10
"… with the new album KALEDON bring their best ever on the market … a strong performance …"
(Rock Garage)
7,5 / 10
"… if you like conceptual power, you may have a pleasant surprise from this new album of KALEDON, which really spans between many sounds … and succeeds …"
(Metal Italia)
7,5 / 10
"… another interesting work …"
(Satan Arise)
70 / 100
"They preserve the immediacy, the urge to drag the listener to the stage, but they do it by paying more attention to the melody ..."
(Metal Hammer IT)
7 / 10
"extremely passable guitar melodies, which still emphasize the playful keyboard paintings."
(Metal Forever)
7 / 10
(Dargedik)
7 / 10
"… melody and sharpness combine perfectly with an exhilarating rhythmic rug. The Romans maintain their high quality standards …"
(Metalhead IT)
7 / 10
"… spicy Power Metal that is thoroughly enjoyable. 'Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness' finds the right balance between low-fat cheese and the inevitable epic bombast. The battle between guitars and keyboards, egged on by the artfully delivered vocals kept this metalhead interested for the duration of the record. And that means something. Cool album, folks. I like it."
(Rockmusic Raider)
7 / 10
"… very easy to listen … you'll like if you like Edguy, Avantasia, Altair."
(Rockmap)
3 / 5
"Michele Guaitoli is a welcome addition to the band and does a good job … KALEDEON are heavy enough for meatheads and poser killing Baloff proteges, 'Carnagus…' has something for everyone."
(Angry Metal Guy)
3 / 5
"'Carnagus - The Emperor Of Darkness' is a record that brings us a powerful, vigorous and willing Kaledon to triumph…"
(Hellheaven)
3 / 5
"The new vocalist Guaitoli (Ouvertures) is very good in both the most tense and melodic passages … beautifully mood, very dark and magniloquent, thanks to the well-groomed arrangements … there is no filler in 'Carnagus …'"
(Secret Of Steel)
"'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness' is the most recent chapter of a saga that wishes to be continued in the future, elevating even more the quality value of the opus."
(Metal Em Portugal)
"It does not get any better! Very riff-oriented ... to give a song-tip is anything but simple and I avoid it anyway, since all ten pieces are absolute genius."
(BlattTurbo)
"… a well-arranged and smooth Power Metal album that certainly knows no lows, but also no real outliers."
(Musika BE)
"The 2017 incarnation of KALEDON is a focused, well-oiled machine that pumps out great songs with catchy depth. As Power Metal goes this is easily the best thing I’ve heard this year so far."
(Wonderbox Metal)
"The album is very facet and varied ... partly one can call the sound colors of Michele Guaitoli warm. Fast riffs alternate with melodic singing inserts and you can feel the heart blood that is in the songs. "Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness" - an album that should not only inspire fans, but also a treat for some newcomers."
(Bad Black Unicorn)
"… KALDEON understand their craft …"
(Kalle Rock)
"… thematic, epic, symphonic, an ambitious example of Italian power. It has a lot of interesting moments …"
(Flight Of Pegasus)
"KALEDON's catch is that they are not so close to Power Metal rules … 'Carnagus (Emperor Of The Darkness)' tracks are a myriad of Metal styles."
(Metal Addicts)
"'Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness' has become a class-disk in which every fan of the Power Metal genre should be in love."
(Snooze Control)
"… purchase recommendation …"
(Heavy Metal Heaven.de)
" …the highest degree of perfection in the history of the band …"
(Heavy Metal Spread)
"This is Power Metal’s Power Metal. Full of glorious moments, epic guitar solos, and majestic song writing. As it stands now this is one of the finer Power Metal moments of the year. Thank you, KALEDON."
(Metal Marks The Spot)
"… excellent work …"
(Noizy GR)
"… a must for fans of music, not just fans of Power Metal. You won’t regret it after hearing the high quality music KALEDON is releasing on 'Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness'."
(Concert Crap)
"'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness' is a splendid Heavy Metal party from start to finish; without unnecessary fuss and thank god without ballad. KALEDON makes straight Metal, with bombast, epic and well done melody hand in hand."
(Wings Of Death)
"… a successful job … with its own fury, its own ideas … more than simple Symphonic Metal … thanks to the good ideas of the two axes Alex Mele and Tommaso Nemesio … an interesting disc that I would recommend to those lovers of the genre, and obviously to the fans of the band."
(Italia di Metallo)
"KALEDON's 'Carnagus: Emperor Of The Darkness' is Power Metal to its most 'metallic power' with all its cliches in its place and will not fail to enthusiastic fans of this style. Very suitable for a martial fantasy concept with strong dark colors."
(Rock By Wild)
"KALEDON does not disappoint, and with 'Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness' they go beyond exceptional, glorifying two decades of career."
(Loudness Magazine)
"… full of catchiness, aggression and of course nice melodies … perfect in every angles … brilliantly crafted …"
(Sangwitok)
"KALEDON ... make their way through the songs in a conscientious manner and on a high musical level ... the mix of Heavy and Power Metal is appealing, harmonious and extremely catchy ... here you can see that years of experience and practice pay off."
(Undergrounded)
Action: | KALEDON |
Title: | tba |
Base: | Rome • Italy |
Style: | Power Metal |
Genre: | Power Metal, Symphonic Metal, Melodic Metal |
FFO: | Rhapsody Of Fire, Stratovarius, Helloween |
Type: | Full-length |
Format: | CD |
Label: | tba |
Distro: | / |
Release: | tba |
New in the line-up of the Italian Power Metallers, however, is guitarist Francesco Ciancio:
Francesco's musical career began as a child. Introduced to the world of music by his father, himself a guitarist, Francesco admired and studied the great guitar heroes since his early years, eagerly imitating their stage gestures and playing postures.
When he was 6 years old, he began to take an interest in classical guitar and Rock guitar. At the age of 11, he was finally accepted into the Conservatorio Santa Cecilia in Rome. Here he earned a master's degree in classical guitar in October 2020, while developing a passionate interest in the electric guitar.
He has already performed all over the world as both a classical and electric guitarist. Francesco also boasts active participation in various musical projects spanning many different genres. He has been fortunate enough to share the stage with high-profile musicians such as Mike Mangini, John Macaluso and Gus G. He is constantly studying new techniques. He is currently taking a specialization course in pop guitar at Saint Louis College of Music.
Thus reinvigorated, the new KALEDON will soon be working diligently together on more new compositions!
FLASHBACK:
And the Roman string wizard has truly made the most of his creative time for KALEDON - "Chapter VII - Evil Awakens" is the most elaborate, versatile and ultimately on all levels most content-rich work of the persistently highly ambitious formation to date.
The further POWER METAL spectacle of the enormously charismatic band around the even more fantastic singer Michele 'Meek' Guaitoli openend the first chapter of a new trilogy - yes, also theatrically KALEDON can grandiose in all their virtuosity! In the next few years the playful Italians will release chapters 8 and 9.
Lovers of classic, emphatically noble Power Metal will experience goosebumps and flights of fancy at the same time while listening, because "Chapter VII - Evil Awakens" can simply do everything.
The opulently enchanting disc pleases even the most tasteful and demanding ears in the most rhythmically powerful way with absolutely ecstatic speed outbursts, truly dreamlike melodies and a gigantic fervent singer on world-class level! (Markus Eck)
Since the 2014 album "Antillius: The King Of The Light" the worldwide admirers of the Italian Metal historians KALEDON were hoping for a successor.
And the extraordinary formation returned with a virtuosic, melodic and epic POWER METAL spectacle!
With a renewed line-up, enhanced by Michele Guaitoli's (Overtures, ex-Future Is Tomorrow) powerful vocals and Manuele di Ascenzo's (ex-Secret Rule) amazing drums skills, mastermind Alex Mele (guitars) has finally forged a new chapter of the 'Legend Of The Forgotten Reign' saga reaching the perfect mix of modern riffs, classic Power Metal speeds, epic choirs and symphonic arrangements.
Official release date for "Carnagus - Emperor Of The Darkness": May 15th, 2017.
World-renowned French graphic artist Jean-Pascal Fournier, who has once again been working for KALEDON after the 2010 work "Legend Of The Forgotten Reign, Chapter VI: The Last Night On The Battlefield", is responsible for the optically worthy presentation of the album:
Thematically dramatically, 2017 was all about this elaborately narrated, medieval fantasy story. It is about the classic good/evil plot ... and so much more.
There are two rulers in this conflict, which is deeply marked by malicious, cruel and intriguing jealousy: while the good regent Antillius knows everything around him, which makes a decent kingdom happy, the evil opponent monarch Carnagus envies him all the luck. Everything begins with the fatal birth of Carnagus in November of the gloomy year of 1295 ...
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