Year : 2014 (Japan Edition) Style : Power Metal , Heavy Metal Country : Poland Audio : 320 kbps + all scans Size : 136 mb
Bio:
Titanium is the young melodic heavy metal band from Poland. It’s young at heart and exists less than three years. The band was started by the guitarist and main composer Karol Mania, known from symphonic metal band Pathfinder as well. In 2010 Karol Mania and Filip Gruca , both former members of polish power metal Abigail got together and decided to create ass-kicking heavy metal at its best.After Karol presented some of his new ideas there was no doubt;” there is a mission”! The band line-up was completed when they gained Rafał Matuszczak on bass guitar, original Abigal member as well.On the second lead and rhythm guitar appeared legendary Jaroslav Bona who was back in the game after not so short break. All the band concentrated on rehearsals. They were practicing really hard day after day becoming better and better. When everything was almost ready to conquer the heavy metal world one thing had been left undone – finding a proper singer who would help the band to get out of the rehearsal room and reach the heavy metal audience. The moment in which many bands just give up, or they let the guitarist sing, there came the salvation; Maciej Wróblewski from the city of Łódź totally amazed by the band’s musical approach agreed to participate in the event called Titanium.The next year 2011 passed by preparing for the album, putting all the stuff together, combining vocals with the music and so on. In the meantime Titanium did few gigs for the local audience being the headliner all the time. The band shared the stage with polish metal legends like Tsa, Kat and Wolf Spider and playing some charity gigs too.It was autumn of 2012 , high time to record the debut album but first unexpectedly Rafał left the band and Titanium was looking for the replacement . Paweł Gębka has been found in september 2012 and became official member just month later.The line-up has been settled.Having thoroughly prepared all the songs the band entered the local Studio Play in Ostrzeszów in november and started recording demo for 5 songs, which would appear on the debut album called simply "Titanium". Extremely satisfied with the sound the band started to work on 7 more song. Drums were recorded after 3 months and all the rhythm guitars and bass and vocals were ready until the end of August 2012. It was the time for doing backing vocals, solos, keyboards and all the electronic stuff which was carefully prepared by Karol Mania who also started mixing in spring.When the album was almost ready the single “ We come to rock” surfaced in the internet. Being played by many radio stations and taking good response the song entered Radio Aspect rock charts on 24 place and after a week hit first place holding it for 9 weeks in a row.Having the mix entirely done Titanium started looking for the label interested in band's promotion. After many tries there came a message from japanese Avalon/Marquee which will release the album in may 2014.
Line Up:
Maciej "Rocker" Wróblewski - Vocals (lead) (2011-present) - See also: Wolf Spider, ex-Hopeless Jarek Bona - Guitars (2010-present) - See also: ex-Land of Goshen Karol Mania - Guitars, Vocals (backing) (2010-present) - See also: Pathfinder, ex-Abigail Paweł "Bombel" Gębka - Bass (2012-present) - See also: ex-Hopeless, ex-Gemini Abyss Filip Gruca - Drums (2010-present) - See also: ex-Abigail
Tracklist:
01. We Come to Rock 04:23 02. Dogmatic Mind 04:11 03. Another Chance 05:46 04. Only One 04:52 05. Sacred Dreams 04:20 06. Here and Now 04:18 07. Forever Mine 05:16 08. Nowhere to Run 05:43 09. In the Night 05:34 10. Titanium 07:30 11. Riffs of Steel 02:39 instrumental 12. Curse of the White Flag 04:36 13. Fullmoon (Japan Bonus Track)
Titanium - Atomic Number 22 (Japan Edition) (2016)
Year : 2016 (Japan Edition) Style : Power Metal , Heavy Metal Country : Poland Audio : 320 kbps + all scans + Video Size : 166 mb
Bio:
Titanium is the young melodic heavy metal band from Poland. It’s young at heart and exists less than three years. The band was started by the guitarist and main composer Karol Mania, known from symphonic metal band Pathfinder as well. In 2010 Karol Mania and Filip Gruca , both former members of polish power metal Abigail got together and decided to create ass-kicking heavy metal at its best.After Karol presented some of his new ideas there was no doubt;” there is a mission”! The band line-up was completed when they gained Rafał Matuszczak on bass guitar, original Abigal member as well.On the second lead and rhythm guitar appeared legendary Jaroslav Bona who was back in the game after not so short break. All the band concentrated on rehearsals. They were practicing really hard day after day becoming better and better. When everything was almost ready to conquer the heavy metal world one thing had been left undone – finding a proper singer who would help the band to get out of the rehearsal room and reach the heavy metal audience. The moment in which many bands just give up, or they let the guitarist sing, there came the salvation; Maciej Wróblewski from the city of Łódź totally amazed by the band’s musical approach agreed to participate in the event called Titanium.The next year 2011 passed by preparing for the album, putting all the stuff together, combining vocals with the music and so on. In the meantime Titanium did few gigs for the local audience being the headliner all the time. The band shared the stage with polish metal legends like Tsa, Kat and Wolf Spider and playing some charity gigs too.It was autumn of 2012 , high time to record the debut album but first unexpectedly Rafał left the band and Titanium was looking for the replacement . Paweł Gębka has been found in september 2012 and became official member just month later.The line-up has been settled.Having thoroughly prepared all the songs the band entered the local Studio Play in Ostrzeszów in november and started recording demo for 5 songs, which would appear on the debut album called simply "Titanium". Extremely satisfied with the sound the band started to work on 7 more song. Drums were recorded after 3 months and all the rhythm guitars and bass and vocals were ready until the end of August 2012. It was the time for doing backing vocals, solos, keyboards and all the electronic stuff which was carefully prepared by Karol Mania who also started mixing in spring.When the album was almost ready the single “ We come to rock” surfaced in the internet. Being played by many radio stations and taking good response the song entered Radio Aspect rock charts on 24 place and after a week hit first place holding it for 9 weeks in a row.Having the mix entirely done Titanium started looking for the label interested in band's promotion. After many tries there came a message from japanese Avalon/Marquee which will release the album in may 2014.
Album:
This prosperous five-piece act from Poland brings to us all the strongest element in the world in the form of beautiful Melodic Power Metal.titanium_atomic-number-22In case you didn’t already know, titanium is a chemical element with symbol Ti and atomic number 22, recognized mainly for its high strength. However, since 2010 this metallic element has also been a very important part of the Polish Metal scene, being represented by the skillful Melodic Heavy/Power Metal squad Titanium who released this September their second full-length album, cleverly entitled Atomic Number 22. After listening to this high-end album, you’ll realize titanium is not only very strong, but also extremely melodious, invigorating and brisk.Formed in late 2010 by Pathfinder guitarist Karol Mania in Ostrów Wielkopolski, a city located in central Poland, Titanium have been on a constant rise since their inception, having released an EP entitled We Come to Rock! in 2012 and their self-titled full-length album the following year. Now in 2016, Atomic Number 22 not only cements Titanium as one of the most promising bands from Poland, but also sets a new era for the band with Ukrainian singer Konstantin Naumenko (from Kiev’s Power Metal band Sunrise) taking the microphone and elevating the strength and epicness of the band’s already powerful musicality.You better be ready for the Heavy Metal battle ignited by the title-track, Atomic Number 22, with the flawless connection between guitars and keyboards reminding me of Scandinavian Metal bands such as Stratovarius and Battle Beast, not to mention its superb backing vocals supporting Konstantin in this upbeat hymn. In addition, I have to admit I honestly can’t think of lyrics that sound more metal than this (“Atomic number 22 the father and the thunder / We’re coming right for you / Atomic number 22 no compromise just metal / Titanium comes for you”). And there’s no time to breathe as Titanium keep firing pure Melodic Power Metal for us in World of Contradictions, where drummer Filip Gruca dictates the rhythm with his fast beats and fills while the band’s guitar duo comprised of Karol Mania and Jaroslav Bona delivers those traditional riffs and solos we all love in Power Metal. Slower but more melodic and thrilling, Torn Reality brings forward heavy guitar riffs inspired by Hard Rock from the 80’s mixed with contemporary Melodic Metal, with another spot-on performance by Konstantin and an interesting ending with smooth piano notes and a melancholic vibe.Defusive Skies is pure Stratovarius and Sonata Arctica, overflowing harmony and being probably one of Filip’s favorite songs due to its speed, with Karol and Jaroslav sounding simply amazing with their intricate solos; followed by Time Is Out, where we’re treated to a feast of sheer Melodic Metal. Once again, Konstantin keeps amusing us with his potent high-pitched vocals while Karol and Jaroslav set fire to the music through their unstoppable guitars. One Single Night, another track highly inspired by Melodic Metal from Finland, showcases a pleasant melody with the heavier punch of Power Metal enhancing its electricity, whereas the headbanging tune Guardians of Might, featuring guest singer Piet Sielck (kicking some serious ass as he always does with his marvelous band Iron Savior), is a very traditional composition that couldn’t sound more metallic, in special due to its inspiring chorus (“In our realm We are one / Like the blazing stars will shine forever / We’re the saviors, guardians of might / We deny the fate”).titanium-2016Future of Mankind, the longest of all tracks, is a Melodic Power Metal extravaganza with a cheerful vibe and a great balance between the main vocals by Konstantin and all backing vocals. Moreover, the musicality never slows down, keeping the level of energy always at its peak in this lesson in melodious music for fans of the genre. The last song of the regular version of Atomic Number 22, titled The Way of the White Flag, is another explosion of Melodic Metal thanks to its fast-paced drumming and truly harmonious vocal lines. Furthermore, bassist Szymon Szydłowski delivers some rumbling uppercuts while both guitarists are absolutely on fire with their fantastic riffs and solos. In case you go for the Japanese edition of the album, you’ll be nicely rewarded with Titanium’s cover version for Eagleheart, one of the biggest classics by Melodic Metal heroes Stratovarius. Very different from the original version, the band managed to switch the original base of this metal hymn to their own musicality without losing the song’s uplifting essence.Titanium are waiting for you at their Facebook page and YouTube channel, and you can put your hands on the strongest and most melodic element in the world of heavy music at Amazon (exclusively at their Japanese store) or also at Discogs. This beautiful display of Melodic Power Metal will enliven your toughest days without a shadow of a doubt, proving one more time the sensational effect high-quality heavy music always has on our hearts and souls.
Line Up:
Konstantin Naumenko - Vocals Jarek Bona - Guitars (2010-present) - See also: ex-Land of Goshen Karol Mania - Guitars, Vocals (backing) (2010-present) - See also: Pathfinder, ex-Abigail Szymon "Saimon" Szydłowski - Bass Filip Gruca - Drums (2010-present) - See also: ex-Abigail
+ Guest:
Piet Sielck – additional vocals on “Guardians of Might”
Tracklist:
01. Atomic Number 22 02. World Of Contradictions 03. Torn Reality 04. Defusive Skies 05. Time Is Out 06. One Single Night 07. Guardians Of Might 08. Future Of Mankind 09. The Way Of The White Flag 10. Eagleheart (Stratovarius Cover) (Japan Bonus Track)
