Year : 2015 (Japan Edition)
Style : Progressive Speed Power Metal
Country : United States
Audio : 320 kbps + all scans
Size : 129 mb
Bio:
Fort Wayne, Indiana (USA) is not a city known for its progressive power metal. Since 2005, however, Zephaniah has taken it upon themselves to change that. Disinterested in the repetitive sound of the music scene in the area, Zephaniah focused on introducing a new style of music to the Midwest scene, drawing inspiration from bands such as Manowar, Symphony X, and a variety of European power metal acts. A fairly young band, Zephaniah is making a name in the region and creating a lasting impression among fans.The release of their last album, aptly titled "Stories from the Book of Metal," Zephaniah has claimed a stake in the hearts of their fans with stories of pirates, battle, and the power of metal. Combining elements of power, progressive, and neo-classical metal, Zephaniah brings forth a unique sound, filled with tightly-woven guitar harmonies and solos, speed-metal drumming, and strong vocal melodies. Their next album hopes to implement these characteristics as well as bring more to the table. This includes heavier riffs, more intense vocal melodies, bigger orchestrations and of course, more guitar shredding! Expect to see it in the upcoming year or 2014!Even after a four year break, Zephaniah's undeniable skill and fan loyalty is garnering attention from the press both locally and nationally. Their fans are loyal. With each highly energetic performance, these five young men continue to gain admiration from their fans and respect from fellow bands. A highly self-motivated group, Zephaniah is driven by their music and has no intention of slowing down.
Album:
Reforged, the sophomore outing from Indiana’s Zephaniah, builds upon the power foundation laid by their debut, 2008’s Stories From The Book Of Metal, to unleash a catchier and more dynamic intensity - made possible through the refined musicianship of the group’s new, markedly more diverse lineup.Songs like “Reforged”, “Destiny”, and “Judgement” provide the infectious blasts of thrash for which Zephaniah is known, alongside increasingly intense rhythms and shredding neoclassical influences. Highlights include a Mad Max-inspired trilogy; beer-drinking anthem “Battle Hymn Of The Victorious”; and progressive epic “Quest For The Royal Crown”, which adds variety and enthralls the listener from start to finish.Unlike Stories From The Book Of Metal, which was tracked in a mere week, the band spent more than a full year arduously self-producing every last detail of Reforged. Finally mixed by Tom Buechel and mastered by Death Dealer guitarist Stu Marshall in May of 2015, Zephaniah is now prepared to deliver a raging, filler-free collection - in which no two songs are alike.Reforged sees release on February 12th, 2016. Pre-ordering begins in December.
Line Up:
Ian Bender Drums (2005-2009), Bass (2010, 2014-present) - See also: ex-Under the Wake
Justin Zych Guitars (2005-2010, 2014-present) - See also: Valhalla, Viking, ex-Under the Wake, Munroe's Thunder, ex-Vindicator, ex-VadimVon (live)
Logan Detwiler Vocals (2005-2009, 2014-present) - See also: Valhalla
Cody Johns Drums (2014-present) - See also: Eighty Thousand Dead
Tony Rudny Guitars (2014-present)
Tracklist:
01． Reforged
02． Destiny
03． Mad Max
04． Road Warrior
05． Thunderdome
06． Quest For The Royal Crown
07． Judgement
08． Battle Hymn Of The Victorious
09． Blackbeard's Revenge (2015 Recording) (Japan Bonus Track)
10． Deep Breath (Acoustic) (Japan Bonus Track)
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