AOR-projektet Find med Daniel Flores och Robbie LaBlanc i spetsen meddelar att man just nu håller på att spela in sitt sjätte album. Så här går att läsa på Daniel Flores facebook-sida:

Hi guys,

I just wanted to say that we are in the process of recording the 6th Find Me album, yes we are back, and we are looking for up-tempo as well as mid tempo songs for the album.

So if you got a fantastic melodic rock song then please don’t hesitate to send us a well recorded demo to me or just pm me.

Robbie LaBlanc and I would like to thank you all for the messages we’ve received from you the last couple of years, they really warmed our hearts and be sure, we are doing this for you guys.

Please follow the band and Frontiers Music srl for much more info. A true press release will come out further down the line with a lot of good news and surprises.

Also,

Right now Im looking for the right musicians to be part of the record so if you think you got what it takes then send me your bio and a video of you playing and I will be contacting you if your style fits the kind of record we are making. Note: You will need to be able to fly and and record your parts personally in my studio in Stockholm Sweden, no Dropbox recordings here, recordings will be filmed too so I need you to be in very good shape musically.

Thank you for your time and have a great weekend!

Daniel and Robbie of FIND ME.

Fredagen den 28:e augusti släpper sångerskan ISSA (Isabell Øversveen) sitt nya album ”Fire And Ice” via bolaget Frontiers Music. Här kan man nu lyssna på första singeln ”Pay The Price”

Det melodiösa hårdrocksbandet Storm Force har skrivit på för bolaget BraveWords Records inför släppet av sitt nya album ”Truth”, som ges ut senare i år. Så här går att läsa i ett pressmeddelande:

Greg Fraser lead guitarist and founding member: “Storm Force is thrilled to join the BraveWords Records family for the release of our new album, Truth. We’re excited to work with a team that has been such a strong voice in the hard rock and metal community, and we look forward to sharing this next chapter with fans around the world.”

BraveWords Records founder “Metal” Tim Henderson: “The storm keeps building and BraveWords Records is where STORM FORCE has landed for their anxiously awaited second album! Canuck hard rock legend Greg Fraser passionately continues on his melodic heavy rock journey that started with the much-praised BRIGHTON ROCK, by uniting with the powerful forces of singer Patrick Gagliardi, drummer Roger Banks and bassist Mike Berardelli. Together, Storm Force bring years of experience to the mix, while still retaining that voracious hunger of their youth. A new storm is brewing… are you ready to run for cover?”

Storm Force delivers powerful melodic hard rock fueled by soaring vocals, massive hooks, and the timeless energy of classic arena rock. Founded by guitarist and songwriter Greg Fraser, best known for his work with Canadian hard rock veterans Brighton Rock, the band blends classic influences with a modern edge, creating a sound that feels both familiar and refreshingly current.

The band first made its mark with the release of its debut album, Age Of Fear, in 2020 through Escape Music. The album earned praise from melodic rock fans and media alike, showcasing a powerful mix of driving guitars, memorable choruses, and emotionally charged songwriting.

Now Storm Force returns with its highly anticipated sophomore release, Truth, a ten-song collection that raises the bar in every direction.

Drawing inspiration from Whitesnake, Dokken, Scorpions, and Bon Jovi, Storm Force delivers music built for loud speakers, live stages, and fans who still believe in authentic, guitar-driven rock!

Fans will also be excited to hear that the back catalog of Fraze Gang and Storm Force will be available soon on the BraveWords Records Bandcamp at bravewordsrecords.bandcamp.com

Sångaren och låtskrivaren Van Stephenson (USA) gjorde 3 soloplattor, varav denna är den sista i ordningen.
Den kom 1986 och producerades av Richard Landis.
Han var inte bara en soloartist utan även en låtskrivare till artister i andra genrer.
Tyvärr lämnade han jordelivet 2001.

Deltagande musiker var bl.a Dann Huff (gitarr), Dennis Belfield (bas), Alan Pasqua (keyboard och synthesizer), Mike Baird (trummor) och bakgrundssångare Kelly och Funderburk, båda med Tom i förnamn.
Inte första gången de här namnen dyker upp i våra kretsar.

Soft, tillbakalutad AOR med välgjorda och polerade låtar där många varierar i tempo. Hans signum?
Ingen av låtarna är dåliga utan det är alltifrån toppklass till bra.
Känns som om han borde varit stor inom vår genre, för musiken är som gjord att gå hem i stugorna.

De 10 låtarna kan delas in i tre kategorier, Toppklass, Riktigt bra och bra.
Vi sparar väl det bästa till sist.

De bra är ”(We Should Be) Together Tonight”, balladen ”Never Enough Night”, ”Confidentially Yours”, ”Make It Glamorous” och avslutande ”No Secrets”.

Riktigt bra är ”We´re Doing Alright”, ”Desperate Hours” och ”Dancing With Danger”.

Toppklass låtar är ”Suspicious Heart” och ”Fist Full Of Heat”.

För alla som gillar försiktigt framförd AOR så måste det här vara en våt dröm.
Hoppas ni lyder rådet att lyssna på plattan om ni inte redan har gjort det.

Cliffhanger: Vem skrek Varg?

Av Tommy Svensson för DMB.

Det klassiska bandet Triumph har nu släppt sitt nya samlingsalbum ”The Best Of Triumph”, som finns tillgängligt via bland annat Spotify.