2009 release from one of the most important bands of the European Power Metal scene. And they always deliver. The album Memorial Roots is no exception: the Swabian band has recorded 11 powerful, charismatic tracks that dis... more »play every bit of their strengths. Together with highly acclaimed producer team Sascha Paeth and Miro, Brainstorm have entered the infamous Gate Studio in Wolfsburg, where bands like Edguy, Kamelot and Rhapsody Of Fire have recorded their most successful albums. The result speaks for itself: the band has recorded their most mature album to date. Memorial Roots is another step forward in the steady progression of a band that doesnt deny their roots but always looks towards the future. A must have for every fan of varied and rich Power Metal.« less
2009 release from one of the most important bands of the European Power Metal scene. And they always deliver. The album Memorial Roots is no exception: the Swabian band has recorded 11 powerful, charismatic tracks that display every bit of their strengths. Together with highly acclaimed producer team Sascha Paeth and Miro, Brainstorm have entered the infamous Gate Studio in Wolfsburg, where bands like Edguy, Kamelot and Rhapsody Of Fire have recorded their most successful albums. The result speaks for itself: the band has recorded their most mature album to date. Memorial Roots is another step forward in the steady progression of a band that doesnt deny their roots but always looks towards the future. A must have for every fan of varied and rich Power Metal.
CD Reviews
Different but the same
The Bus | NC, United States | 11/07/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I've listened to the new BS cd twice all the way through. it's more like Liquid Monster than Downburt. I know a lot of their fans thought Downburst was a step down from Liquid Monster, so maybe they actually listened to the feedback and went back more to their roots. Or, it's simply just what they happened to write and it sounds like it sounds. It's definitely BS through and through. I had to listen all the way to the second to the last song though before I found one worth repeating right away. The last song is also very cool and deserves to be played on repeat four or five times. Personally, I thought Downburst was their best work by far, but then after listening to Liquid Monster a bunch, I can see why it seems a lot of people think that's their best. I like them both, very much BS all the way, but each very distinct. All in all, memorial roots is very good and I think any Brainstorm fan will dig it. I didn't want to pay $30+ for the import, so I paid $9 for the download. However, when the CD is released in the US, I'll be certainly picking a copy of it up for my collection."
I'd say their best yet....no kidding.
Lincoln 6 Echo | Harrisburg, IL USA | 02/06/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"While after reading all the reviews for this album, both here and at other places, I was skeptical that this album was like your typical Brainstorm album. Meaning straight forward power/thrash metal. No, actually, this album moves more towards being power/progressive metal. Which in this case, is a good thing. Yes, it's still a Brainstorm album, with Andy's vocals being as strong as ever, in fact, I'd say his vocals fit in with the music on this album much better than anything he's done before. There's so much more variety of songs on this album. Hence the Progressive feel I get from it.
But let me tell you this...from just listening to the samples here on Amazon, I wasn't too thrilled about getting this album, but I finally broke down and got it, and I'm glad I did. It really is, probably their best album yet."
A FANTASTIC METAL CD
ZOMBIE 1 | Davenport, Iowa United States | 11/07/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This is the metal cd of the year in my eyes.Great vocals,great guitars,great drums.What more can you ask for.I highly recommend this cd.Not one bad song on it.If you can still get hold of the limited with the two extra tracks,GO FOR IT.You can listen to the whole cd on YOU TUBE,so check it out first.You won't be disapointed...Cheers"
What can I say? I like it.
T. Reid | NJ | 12/29/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm not a huge Brainstorm fan, in fact I'm a farewell fan of this band. I liked a couple of songs on Downburst so I thought hey check this out. For those who don't know this band, Downburst is sort of like an 80's/early 90's style of metal with some contemporary sprinkled in it along with double bass drums. Not a bad thing. If that's what you like then so be it. I, on the otherhand, am not a fan of that so much. I like fresh and new. Bands that keep me guessing. WOW me!!!! That aside, this album is good. I actually like every song. I like that the singer doesn't kill my ears with the high falsetto singing in every line. He sings low often. If you are a Brainstorm fan then I should hope you like this. It's not that far off from the other albums. But to the new listener. Give it a try. It's still 80's/early 90's style metal but the contemporary aspects are elevated in this album. The hooks might grab you. I will buy this as soon as it is released in January."
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1