Rockshots Records is proud to present their latest signing of Finland’s Camelion for the release of their debut album “Legends & Lores” due out in December 2023.
Founded by keyboardist Marco Sneck, Camelion creates epic symphonic fantasy power metal combined with classical music, including choir, renaissance, and baroque elements. Over the years they have released a few demos with various lineups. They now have a solid quintet of musicians that features Tomi Viiltola (vocals), Marco Sneck (keyboards), Jari Satta (guitars), Jukka Jokikokko (bass) and Janne Kusmin (drums).
Their sophomore album “Legends & Lore” was recorded in various studios and was mixed by a legendary Tampere-based power metal mixer Jussi Kulomaa. Fans can hit the play button, close their eyes to dive into a fantasy world where might and magic rules, and let the music grow on them.
“We expect this album to be interesting for fans of symphonic power metal since it’s filled with nice melodies combined with metal edge and filled with layers of choirs, orchestral instruments, shredding, and renaissance & baroque feeling!”, says band founder and keyboardist Marco Sneck.
The 10-song concept album is pure Fantasy Metal. The album is meant to be heard from beginning to end, as all the tracks are lyrically entwined into a chronologically advancing story. There are heroes, elves, magical quests, and other fantasy elements to get listeners all inspired! It is 55 minutes of adventurous heavy metal. “#FightingForFantasyMetal”, says Marco Sneck.
Starting the band’s first quest for new fans, they are unveiling the first single “The Shadowleader”, the third track on the full-length and one earliest songs written by Camelion.
“Lyrically, it tells a story about the main villain of the album. It’s a neoclassical tune with baroque elements throughout the song. Also to mention, our guitarist Jari makes some serious guitar sweeping here!”, adds Sneck.
Listen to “The Shadowleader” below.
Recommended for fans of Rhapsody, Twilight Force, Symphony X, Dragonland, and Gloryhammer, Camelion’s fantasy album “Legends & Lores” is due out on December 8th, 2023, via Rockshots Records and is available for pre-order here.
Tracklist:
I. The Conquest (2:11)
II. Hero’s Tale (5:14)
III. The Shadowleader (5:23)
IV. Faith and Steel (6:15)
V. The Quest (6:01)
VI. The Demonic Creatures of the Night (5:10)
VII. The Hammer of the Gods Might (6:19)
VIII. The Keeper of the Heart (3:52)
IX. The Valley of the Kings (3:50)
X. Glorious Dawn (10:02)
Album Credits:
Production, music, lyrics & arrangements by Marco Sneck
Mixed by Jussi Kulomaa
Mastered by Joni Borodavkin
Recorded by Chamelion, Mika Pohjola & Soundmix, Jari Tuomainen & Studio Sound
Choir & backing vocals by Riitu & Jake Ronkainen, recorded by Jake Ronkainen
Additional bass on track 3 played & recorded by Riku Kyllönen
Narration on track 10 by Marco Sneck
Additional choir & backing vocals by Niina & Marco Sneck
Band logo by Nicolás Oliveros
Band photos by Sami Kettunen / kuvauksellistavaloa.fi
Booklet artwork by Nicolás Oliveros
Line-up:
Tomi Viiltola – Vocals
Marco Sneck – Keyboards
Jari Satta – Guitars
Jukka Jokikokko – Bass
Janne Kusmin – Drums
Weblinks:
chamelion.fi
facebook.com/ChamelionOfficial
