Year : 2025
Style : Power Metal
Country : Australia
Audio : 320 kbps + front
Size : 135 mb
Bio:
Arguably one of Australia’s most popular Heavy Metal bands, Black Majesty return with their fifth album ‘Stargazer’. After initially dazzling the metal scene with their progressive tinged ‘Sands of Time’ cd (2003), and critically acclaimed power metal opus ‘Silent Company’ cd (2005) the band released ‘Tomorrowland’ in 2007 which saw them play at some of the world’s biggest renowned Heavy Metal festivals such as Masters of Rock Czech Republic, Metal Universe Slovakia and Wacken Open Air Germany. Stefan Belik of Bright Eyes Wacken review team went on to say that “Black Majesty shared unbelievable guitar work and one of the most impressive voices of the 2007 Wacken Open Air festival”. Then came ‘In Your Honour’ (2010) named after the band’s appreciation for their fans, which also saw Black Majesty play one of their biggest headline shows ever - in excess of 5000 people in Jakarta, Indonesia.Black Majesty’s latest album ‘Stargazer’ is both fresh and vintage. It shows off some of the band’s best songwriting to date which sees the band cover new ground with excellent musicianship and melodic arrangements whilst still remaining true to the melodic metal style they have developed over the years. Vocalist John Cavaliere soars in songs like ‘Voice Of Change’ and ‘Edge Of The World’ which is reminiscent of the mighty Michael Kiske whilst album opener ‘Fallen’ shares elements of classic Kamelot.Black Majesty again decided to utilise Masterplan main man Roland Grapow (ex Helloween) for some of the recording process with drummer Pavel Konvalinka recording drums at Grapow Studios in Slovakia. Roland went on to mix & master the album giving the album that special ‘X – Factor”.Stargazer features great sing along choruses, emotive expression, impressive vocal work from arguably one of the best vocalists in the southern hemisphere – John Cavaliere, soaring dual guitar solos from guitarists Stevie Janevski & Hanny Mohamed , pounding bass from Evan Harris & awesome thundering power drumming from Pavel Konvalinka.With influences ranging from Judas Priest, Dio, Manowar, Queensryche and Helloween the new album shows a band that wears their influences on their sleeves yet also one that is also striving to create new unique and powerful songs. The title track ‘Stargazer’ is reminiscent of old school classic metal whilst songs such as ‘Holy Killers’ and Edge Of The World’ get our pulse racing from the get go. “Lost Horizon’ and ‘Journey To The Soul’ showcase the bands knack for catchy anthems whilst the bare bones acoustic track Shine is an emotion filled ballad which reminds of Coverdale’s excellent Soldier Of Fortune. We are also introduced to the haunting ‘Symphony Of Death’ and ‘Killing Hand’ which are both lyrically intriguing, something sure to get the general public talking.Black Majesty have always shown great passion for the music they play. They’ve helped spread the word with tours of Europe, Asia and Australia, playing alongside heavyweights such as Helloween, Saxon, Blind Guardian, Paul Dianno, Edguy, Hammerfall and Dragonforce many of whom were overwhelmed by the bands powerful energy.Black Majesty’s amazing cover art theme continues with Dirk Illing (Scorpions/Wizard) again adding the fifth part to the Black Majesty story.Black Majesty released their new album Stargazer in July 2012 (mixed by Roland Grapow – Masterplan / ex – Helloween).Black Majesty most recently supported Nightwish nation wide on their upcoming January 2013 tour. Black Majesty also supported Sabbaton on their only Melbourne headline show in January 2013.
Album:
Black Majesty has signed a multi-album deal with Scarlet Records and will release the new album “Oceans Of Black”.Hailing from Melbourne, Australia, and formed in 2002, Black Majesty is a bonafide power metal institution. Over the years, they’ve released seven full-length albums and one best-of compilation, establishing themselves as a force within the genre. Throughout their journey, Black Majesty has played numerous live shows across Australia, including headline performances and tours with some of the world’s biggest metal acts, such as Helloween, Saxon, Blind Guardian, DragonForce, Symphony X, Edguy, and Paul Di'Anno, among many others. The band has also made its mark in Asia and Europe, performing at iconic festivals like Wacken Open Air, Masters Of Rock, and Headbangers Open Air, alongside numerous club shows, both as support and headliners.With soaring melodic vocals & catchy hooks, a ferocious twin axe attack and a thunderous rhythm section to match, “Oceans Of Black” is a power metal voyage through fear, corruption, hope, strength, resilience and triumph. The new album of the Aussie veterans takes the listener far and wide, and yet stays firmly true to the classic power metal code. A fearless ride through darkness and despair – hope and strength are always just behind the corner for those who dare to reach for it. A journey only for the brave, “Oceans Of Black” knows no fear or self-doubt: roll the dice, live your life and stay true to yourself!Back with a vengeance, Black Majesty is now ready to bring their signature sound to fans worldwide once again.
Line Up:
John "Gio" Cavaliere - Vocals (2001-present)
Hanny Mohammed - Guitars, Keyboards (2001-present) - See also: ex-Pegazus, ex-Catwitch
Clinton Bidie - Guitars (2019-present)
Evan Harris - Bass (2015-present) - See also: Eyefear, Mechanical Organic, Vulvagun, Taramis, ex-Luthor, ex-Vauxdvihl, ex-Amethyst, ex-Endel Rivers Hardbite, ex-Memnoir, ex-Spasticator, ex-Steve Turner Band, ex-The Beast from 20000 Fathoms
Zain Kimmie - Drums (2022-present) - See also: Eyefear
Tracklist:
01. Dragon Lord
02. Set Stone On Fire
03. Hold On
04. Raven
05. Lucifer
06. Oceans Of Black
07. Only The Devil
08. Hell Racer
09. Got A Hold On You
10. Here We Go
11. Astral Voyager
12. Ghost In The Darkness
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