Metal, Hardcore, Indie, Rock
So, who here likes Japan? And heavy metal? Well, then Metal De Facto has to be one of your favorite bands, or at least it has to be in one of your playlists. If I’m wrong, you have to keep reading, and if I’m right, you still might want to know what to expect from their upcoming album “The Land Of The Rising Sun Pt. 2“.
Aitor Arrastia’s voice is being used to its full potential, and that is exactly what I like to hear. He can do so much, and he does it very well. I have to say that the production and mastering are done good, but what I like most is that the mixing doesn’t hide Sami Hinkka’s bass, which is awesome!
Esa Orjatsalo on guitar is a guarantee that shredding will be delivered in the proper way, and Benji Connelly’s keyboards provide quite the embellishments that make each track interesting (like in the single “Across The Milky Way” or “My Plastic Escape“). Atte Marttinen on drums doesn’t overuse his pedals, that is very much appreciated.
“The Land Of The Rising Sun Pt. 2” has many captivating songs, but my heart belongs to “The Wanderers Truth“, which includes some fabulous oriental elements. That track is simply spectacular, and proves why Metal De Facto is such a remarkable band that keeps on improving with each release. But really, this song is just one of many that make this album so great.
In conclusion, if you’re looking for some solid power metal, you have to spin at least once the new album by Metal De Facto. Not only because it’s full of interesting sounds, influences and melodies, but because it distills the purest essence of this genre, that many disregard nowadays.
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