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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Release date

2004-10-11

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2736113152

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727361131524

2021 Reprint

2021-07-23

2736157201

727361572013

Artist

Sonata Arctica

Label EU

Atomic Fire Records

Genre EU

Metal

Atomic Fire is a German independent label, specializing in metal and related music styles. Founded in 2021 by Markus Staiger, the label has quickly established itself as a prominent player in the industry. With a focus on discovering and promoting talented artists, Atomic Fire is dedicated to delivering high-quality music to metal enthusiasts worldwide.

With an impressive roster of *artists* spanning various subgenres of metal, Atomic Fire offers a diverse range of musical experiences for fans. From heavy and thrash metal to death and black metal, the label showcases the best that the genre has to offer.

Driven by passion and expertise, Atomic Fire provides a platform for emerging talent while also supporting established acts within the metal scene. By nurturing creativity and encouraging artistic freedom, the label ensures that its *performers* have the opportunity to create groundbreaking music that resonates with audiences around the globe.

Atomic Fire

A melodic power metal band from Kemi, Finland, active since 1999. Initially founded in 1996 as a hard rock band Tricky Beans (later Tricky Means), the group settled on the name <en>Sonata Arctica</en> in 1999 as their musical style had changed into power metal and they needed a more "heavy metal" name for the band.

The current line-up of <en>Sonata Arctica</en> consists of Tony Kakko on vocals and keyboards (since 1996), Tommy Portimo on drums (since 1996), Henrik Klingenberg on keyboards (since 2002), Elias Viljanen on guitar (since 2007), and Pasi Kauppinen on bass (since 2013).

Throughout their career, <en>Sonata Arctica</en> has drawn inspiration from various genres such as melodic power metal, symphonic metal, and progressive metal. Their music is characterized by catchy melodies, soaring vocals, intricate keyboard arrangements, and fast-paced guitar solos. With a discography spanning over two decades, <en>Sonata Arctica</en> has become one of the most influential bands in the genre.

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Reckoning Night is the fourth studio album by Finnish power metal band Sonata Arctica. Released by Atomic Fire Records, this album showcases the band's signature blend of melodic and symphonic elements with powerful vocals and intricate guitar work.

With a running time of over 50 minutes, Reckoning Night features 10 tracks that take listeners on a journey through epic storytelling and emotional themes. The album opens with the energetic and catchy "Misplaced" which sets the tone for what's to come. From there, the band delves into tracks like "Blinded No More" and "Don't Say a Word" which showcase their ability to seamlessly transition between heavy riffs and soaring melodies.

One of the standout tracks on Reckoning Night is "White Pearl, Black Oceans..." which clocks in at over eight minutes long. This epic song tells a captivating story through its lyrics and showcases the band's ability to create dynamic compositions that keep listeners engaged from start to finish.

Sonata Arctica's musicianship shines throughout the album, with keyboardist Henrik Klingenberg adding layers of symphonic elements that enhance the overall sound. Vocalist Tony Kakko delivers powerful performances, effortlessly switching between soaring high notes and emotive ballads.

Overall, Reckoning Night is a must-have for fans of power metal or anyone looking for an album that combines catchy hooks with complex musical arrangements. With its memorable melodies, epic storytelling, and impressive musicianship, this album solidifies Sonata Arctica as one of the leading bands in the genre.

Reckoning Night

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