I'm not sure what's hotter: the ridiculous temperatures we've been feeling this summer or these new releases! Okay, that was a silly opening line, but this is a very good list of videos here for July. Lots of symphonic and power metal this time, and even a few fusions of both. Turn this stuff up, because it's more epic that way!
Let's start with how the last New Videos article ended: with some new Hammer King! As expected, it doesn't rewrite the book in any way, but maintains a solid anthemic style, with a catchy chorus, and some nice riffing. Definitely looking forward to more when the album comes out next month!
This was a bolt out of the blue! While the first Allen/Olzon album was a lot of fun, one can never tell if these kind of projects will continue or just be a one off, so I'm happy to see these two coming together for another slab of sentimental symphonic metal! This one has some pretty aggressive riffing to start, but it serves to balance out the orchestral flourishes quite well.
More symphonic metal! However, these Swiss musicians are certainly more of a prog metal band than anything else. While it features the expected musicality and shifts in tone, the big thing that stands out to me is Jasmin Baggenstos' alto vocals, which don't often come up in female-fronted bands, but she sounds great!
The second single for Dragonland's new album serves another great course of symphonic power metal! The high-speed shredding and keyboard solos remain a staple for this band, and I'm here for it. Here's hoping the rest of the album is this good!
Another second single, this time from SheWolf. While the first one was more power metal, this one feels more like symphonic metal. However, it's still pretty epic and uplifting, and her voice really matches the material, making for a solid piece of melodic metal.
Still catching up with yet another second single, Fallen Sanctuary is some pretty classic power metal, which is my favorite kind! This song makes me think of Freedom Call, actually, with its freeflowing, cheerful vibe. Very catchy and fun!
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