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Warner Music Group Germany Holding GmbH

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Release date

2015-09-18

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2736133942

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727361339425

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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The Ecliptica Revisited: 15th Anniversary Edition is a special album released by Sonata Arctica to celebrate the 15th anniversary of their iconic debut album, Ecliptica. This edition was released by Atomic Fire Records and features re-recorded versions of all the songs from the original album, along with some bonus tracks and exclusive content.

Sonata Arctica is a Finnish power metal band known for their melodic sound and catchy hooks. Their debut album, Ecliptica, was a huge success when it was first released in 1999, establishing them as one of the leading bands in the genre. Now, 15 years later, they have decided to revisit this classic album and give it a fresh new take.

The Ecliptica Revisited: 15th Anniversary Edition showcases the band's growth and evolution over the years. The re-recorded versions of the songs bring a new level of energy and maturity to the music, while still staying true to the original spirit. Fans will be delighted to hear their favorite tracks like "FullMoon" and "UnOpened" with enhanced production quality and refined performances.

In addition to the re-recorded songs, this special edition also includes some exciting bonus tracks. These include acoustic versions of selected songs from Ecliptica, as well as brand new recordings of two previously unreleased tracks from that era. This gives fans a chance to experience familiar songs in a different light, while also discovering some hidden gems.

Furthermore, this anniversary edition comes with exclusive content that will surely please die-hard fans. It includes a booklet featuring rare photos and extensive liner notes about the making of Ecliptica. There are also behind-the-scenes videos and interviews with the band members discussing their memories and reflections on this milestone album.

The Ecliptica Revisited: 15th Anniversary Edition is a must-have for any Sonata Arctica fan

Ecliptica Revisited:15th Anniversary Edition

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