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Title: Nocturnal Rites
Post by: Luth on June 04, 2006, 01:42:11 pm

I've recently discovered them, and I think they're really good, very powerfull and good musicians. Do any of you know them? What do you think about their music? Any recommendation about similar artists?

I want to learn more  :rolleyes:

Title: Nocturnal Rites
Post by: Sirius13 on June 04, 2006, 02:54:52 pm

Hi Luthy,
I reviewed the latest NR album.  I seem to remember giving it a favourable review. *digs out Grand Illusion promo & review*

Aah, yes. 'Cuts Like a Knife' features Naglfar's Kristoffer Olivius - I thought you didn't like harsh vocals!  :ph34r:  ;)


The power metal genre is full of vapid mediocrity and there are a million bands doing nearly exactly the same thing  - but NR are an example of one of the few quality bands to be found.    

A couple of others that manage to stand out:

Divinefire
If you want some overblown synth-power-metal that has great vocals and that kicks ass all round, then I strongly recommend you try 'Hero' by Divinefire. Personally I find it a bit more engaging than NR - I think you'd enjoy it - this is my top recommendation!!  :)  

Divinefire Homepage (http://www.divinefire.net/)
Hero Sound Samples (http://www.melodicrock.com/showcase/divinefire-hero.html)

Tad Morose
I'd also suggest 'Modus Vivendi' by Tad Morose (http://www.tadmorose.com/), full of great tunes.

Gamma Ray
And of course it goes without saying that if Power Metal is your thing, then Gamma Ray (http://www.gamma-ray.com/index.php) are essential.  'Land Of The Free' is a superb album, and their latest release 'Majestic' is a good one as well!  :)

Title: Nocturnal Rites
Post by: Luth on June 04, 2006, 03:02:10 pm

Thanks Rick for your fantastic reply... it's good to have a music reviewer among us  :evil:

I'll look the bands you recommended me, and of course I've some Gamma Ray. They're not bad, but I want to headbang more with NR than GR... I found they a bit repetitive (maybe I have to hear them again, it's long time since last GR listening).

I like power metal, but only the good one, and if possible, the more original one. If not, I'm quickly bored.

Goes to check the bands and discs Rick recommended.

Title: Nocturnal Rites
Post by: Luth on June 04, 2006, 04:45:07 pm

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Aah, yes. 'Cuts Like a Knife' features Naglfar's Kristoffer Olivius - I thought you didn't like harsh vocals!  :ph34r:  ;)

There're really few harsh vocals here, only in this song, and not all the vocals!!!!!  :ph34r: