I know I'm cutting it close, but here's one more for September before we dive deeper into the stacked autumn season. Definitely got a good variety here, so there's sure to be something for everyone.
Between Worlds is another Frontiers Records project, this time revolving around Ronny Munroe, a metal singer who has been kicking around for a few decades, with well-known stints in Metal Church and TSO. Here it seems to be leaning into a symphonic rock/metal project that has some decent crunch and some potential, along with a catchy chorus. I'll have to keep an eye on this one.
Kissin' Dynamite is always good for a fun song, and this is no different. Finding a nice groove between 80s rock and metal, it's not surprising that it's uplifting and anthemic. Surprisingly, this is for an album not coming out until January, which seems a little early, but I suppose it will serve as a good start for 2022.
Carrying on with more 80s cheese, Crazy Lixx is back with more Def-Leppard-style pop metal. After enjoying their last album so much, I'm definitely interested in more from them. While "Anthem for America" was a little weird, this one is much more straight-forward, with a mid-tempo rocking vibe that feels nice and laid back.
It's been a while since I've listened to Ronnie Romero. I kinda forgot this was one of his bands as well. The music is some pretty straight-forward melodic metal with some dramatic heft, but it's Romero who really shines with his iconic vocals. Overall, a satisfying track.
I clearly need to get caught up on Tremonti's solo band, as this stuff is really solid. It does wander into alternative metal territory with that very crunchy opening riff, which isn't necessarily outside of Mark's wheelhouse (I still remember "Bullets"), but the chorus falls back into classic post-grunge, allowing for some decent juxtaposition that doesn't feel too jarring.
Wow, this has massive Stratovarius vibes! This makes me think of classics like Visions and Destiny. Even vocalist Guilherme Hirose is reminding me a lot of Timo Kotipelto. High speed riffing with nice neo-classical touches throughout, this is power metal done well!
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