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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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2021 Reprint

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Limited edition

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Extended format: No

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Rough Trade Exclusive: No

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Release date

2021-07-23

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Catalogue number

2736157221

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727361572211

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.

Newest Listed Items

The Days Of Grays is the highly anticipated 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 70 minutes, The Days Of Grays features 12 tracks that take listeners on an epic musical journey. From the opening track "Everything Fades to Gray" to the closing ballad "In My Eyes You're a Giant", each song is filled with emotion and intensity.

Sonata Arctica's musicianship shines throughout the album, with Tony Kakko's soaring vocals leading the way. The band's ability to seamlessly transition between heavy riffs and beautiful melodies is evident in songs like "Flag in the Ground" and "Juliet".

The Days Of Grays also incorporates orchestral arrangements, adding depth and grandeur to the already powerful sound. Tracks like "The Last Amazing Grays" and "No Dream Can Heal a Broken Heart" showcase this symphonic element, creating a truly cinematic experience.

Lyrically, The Days Of Grays explores themes of love, loss, and self-reflection. The introspective lyrics combined with the band's passionate performance create an emotional connection with listeners.

Overall, The Days Of Grays is a must-have for fans of Sonata Arctica and anyone who appreciates epic and melodic metal music. With its captivating melodies, powerful vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.

The Days Of Grays

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