2023-08-09 15:35:00
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Napalm Records is proud to announce the signing of the band DRAGONFORCE ! Formed in 1999 in London, the band has captivated power-metal fans around the world with albums and singles including platinum-certified ‘Through The Fire And Flames’. Recognized for his epic compositions, DRAGONFORCE establishes its signature sound with remarkable and rapid guitar solos, skillfully orchestrated by the virtuoso duo Herman Li et Sam Totman. Reinforced by the singer Marc Hudsonbassist Alice Vigiland the drummer Gee Anzalonethe band draws inspiration from a myriad of styles from heavy metal, fantasy realms and video games, while blending 80s influences into their uplifting choruses and melodies.
In addition to this announcement, and with an ambitious new album on the horizon, DRAGONFORCE unveils a headlining tour of the United States that promises to be among the most exhilarating of his entire career! Accompanied by AMARANTHE, as well as on select dates NANOWAR OF STEEL and EDGE OF PARADISE, the band will depart from Mesa, Arizona on October 20th. After a month of traveling the roads and visiting the biggest cities in the country, the grand finale will take place in Los Angeles on November 19. DRAGONFORCE promises a setlist split between new and old tracks sprinkled with fan-favorite classics.
Tour tickets go on sale Friday, August 11, 2023 at 10 a.m. (local time). To book, go to www.dragonforce.com. Until then, European fans will be able to enjoy the band’s live energy on the few remaining festival dates, including Leyendas Del Rock in Spain on August 11 and Dinkelsbühl for the Summer Breeze Festival on August 19.
“We are delighted to join forces with Napalm Records, a major player in metal music. This marks the beginning of an epic new chapter for DRAGONFORCE, and we can’t wait to see what this collaboration will bring to our fans around the world! »said Herman Li. As for Thomas Caser, General Manager of Napalm Records, he added that it is a real honor to partner with DRAGONFORCE… “Their speed, their sound, and their hooks are undeniably notorious, as well as their original and captivating concepts. We can’t wait to present their new songs to everyone! »
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Christopher Right
Experienced radio presenter from the Toulouse region, faithful partner of HARD FORCE since always, Christophe, alias “Godzilla”, participated in the development of the Radio Force project (CD & Music) inserted in the magazine until 2000. Since 2008, he supervises the team and the news in HARD FORCE and on Facebook and hosts numerous programs on HEAVY1, in particular NOISEWEEK every Friday evening, devoted to the discographic news of the week.
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