Sumerlands strike with lots of melody in the guitars and on the vocals. I said melody, not sugar. These are really different things. Some melody never hurts while lots of sugar spoil the taste of the songs. Sugar has a right dose. Not more, not less. Take the grand finale “Death to Mercy” where melody combines with a great guitar riffing, though worn out, and the outcome is really pleasant. Predictable as all Power Metal, but very pleasant. One more song that my dear fan will address to Yngwie Malsmteen. Even the guitar solos will remind the guy a little bit as the guitarists try to play to reach the speed of light. As it ius usual, welcoming track “Twilight Points the Way” is a correct invitation card showing everything “Dreamkiller” has tho offer the fan. Interesting chorus and choice of words. This time unpredictable.
Paying more attention to the guitar work in the album it’s possible to catch all the efforts Sumerlands had on production and guitar choices. “Dreamkiller” is very produced and the guitars acquire that majestic overtone making them very prominent. Dying to listen to the alive effect of tracks as “Heavens Above” and its shinning guitar main riff. That’s where the AOR traits meets the Power Metal traits.
Sumerlands “Dreamkiller” will be released on September 16th via Relapse Records.
Track Listing:
- Twilight Points the Way
- Heavens Above
- Dreamkiller
- Night Ride
- Edge of the Knife
- Face of a Storm
- The Savior’s Lie
- Death to Mercy
Watch “Dreamkiller” official music video here:
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