The release date of the ARTIZAN album "Ancestral Energy" on vinyl is June 28th, 2013. The limited vinyl edition consists 500 pieces and is coming with a A3 poster and gatefold. As a special bonus the red vinyls get an additional patch. The preorder phase will start on June 14th, 2013 in our webshop.
ARTIZAN had a surprise hit two years ago with their debut album entitled “Curse of the Artizan”. Metal fans loved the melody lines, great riffs, and ideas – ARTIZAN was more than what has come to be expected from such bands. The songs were memorable and spirited and embodied the pure art of heavy metal and showcased the fascinating voice of Tom Braden.
On their second album entitled Ancestral Energy we find exactly these same attributes with even more. The style is the same and is what we have come to love about ARTIZAN, but Ancestral Energy is no carbon copy of Curse of the Artizan. Ancestral Energy will definitely surprise its listeners. The melody lines are more sophisticated and will carry you away; the arrangements are more intense, but will still keep you feeling uplifted. Songs like the opener “I am the Storm,” “Deep Ocean Dreams” or the single “The Death of Me” will have you singing them out loud, but every time you hear them you will find something new; these songs simply do not wear off. The monumental title track, which includes a very well-done guest performance by ex-ICED EARTH singer Matt Barlow, is clearly a masterpiece and not only showcases Braden and Barlow’s vocal prowess, but presents all the band’s strengths as a whole. And the variable drumming of Ty Tammeus is something which you won’t find so easily with other bands.
Productions these days often seem only to sound like compressed plastic or an imitation of music from 40 years ago. This latest release by ARTIZAN shows you how it’s done properly! Ancestral Energy has a production which is authentic and natural, but also powerful and balanced. That’s how melodic metal is supposed to sound in the year 2013!
You won‘t find any better metal this year!
TRACKLIST:
Side A
1. I am the Storm
2. The Raven Queen
3. The Guardian
4. The Death of Me
Side B
5. Deep Ocean Dreams
6. You can’t take the Metal
7. Ancestral Energy
Total Playing Time: 40:23 min
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2011 - Curse Of The Artizan
2009 - Artizan (EP)
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Artizan [artəz'n]: skilled craftsman; creator
Artizan is a five piece melodic power metal band from Jacksonville, Fl.
Founded by drummer Ty Tammeus in 2008, Artizan crafts powerful, melodic metal. Dynamic song structure, dominant rhythms and melodic hooks are key ingredients to the Artizan formula.
Singer Tom Braden’s vocals have been described by Metal Maniacs magazine as “pure and towering.” His distinctive tone, strength and range are fundamental elements that personify the Artizan sound. Hit Parader describes Tom as “a combination of Geoff Tate and John Arch.”
Ty Tammeus is famous for his intense drumming. He applies a creative energy and is the driving impetus of Artizan .Ty has garnered favorable reviews in numerous publications including Modern Drummer and Metal Maniacs.
Guitarist Shamus McConney applies rhythms and transcending harmonies. Churning riffs, melodic phrases and searing solos are woven throughout the tapestry of Artizan.
Dangerdog.com states "Artizan's debut EP is substantial evidence that this band is onto something very good. The work is blessed by well-crafted compositions which blend melodic hooks with developed, but not overbearingly complex, progressive arrangements. Each of the three songs quickly piques your interest and pulls you in. Braden's vocals may be the highlight here as he soars with a strength uncommon in most modern metal vocals. Equally impressive is the vigorous fret work which, at times, mimics old school classic metal yet with renewed energy and passion. This is solid stuff: an easy and entertaining listen for all melodic metal fans, yet with enough twists to keep prog fans happy. Any label worth its melodic heavy metal salt should hook up with Artizan at the first opportunity."
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ARTIZAN - Ancestral Energy (Pure Steel Records) featuring guest vocalist Matt Barlow
ARTIZAN - I Am The Storm
ARTIZAN - The Death of Me
ARTIZAN - Curse of the Artizan - Official- [HD]
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http://www.rhapsody.com/artist/artizan?ref=atw
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