Chamelion - Legends & Lores (CD)

CHAMELION, the Epic Symphonic Fantasy Power Metal Sensation, Joins Forces with Rockshots Records for Their Debut Album "Legends & Lores”. Rockshots Records proudly announces its collaboration with CHAMELION, Finland's remarkable symphonic fantasy power metal band, for the highly anticipated release of their debut album, "Legends & Lores" slated for December 2023.

Led by visionary keyboardist Marco Sneck, CHAMELION weaves an extraordinary musical tapestry that fuses epic symphonic fantasy power metal with classical elements, encompassing choir, renaissance, and baroque influences. Since their inception, they have ventured through multiple lineup changes and released several demos. Today, they stand strong with a quintet of accomplished musicians: Tomi Viiltola (Vocals), Marco Sneck (Keyboards), Jari Satta (Guitars), Jukka Jokikokko (Bass), and Janne Kusmin (Drums).

Their upcoming album, "Legends & Lores," a powerfully thematic and sonically captivating journey, was meticulously recorded across various studios and masterfully mixed by the legendary Tampere-based power metal mixer, Jussi Kulomaa. The album invites fans to press play, close their eyes, and immerse themselves in a fantastical realm where might and magic reign, letting the music enthrall them. Marco Sneck, the band's visionary and keyboardist, anticipates an enthralling reception from symphonic power metal enthusiasts. He states, "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 layered with choirs, orchestral instruments, shredding, and renaissance & baroque feeling!"

"Legends & Lores" is a 10-song concept album, a pure embodiment of Fantasy Metal. The album beckons to be experienced in its entirety, with each track intricately linked to narrate a chronologically advancing story. Within the album's fabric, heroes, elves, magical quests, and other fantasy elements await, stirring inspiration and awe among listeners. Marco Sneck exclaims, "#FightingForFantasyMetal."

Embarking on their inaugural quest to captivate new fans, CHAMELION unveils the first single, "Shadowleader," the third track of the album and one of the earliest compositions by the band. Describing the track, Sneck adds, "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 showcases impressive guitar sweeping here!"

Recommended for enthusiasts of Rhapsody, Twilight Force, Symphony X, Dragonland, and Gloryhammer, CHAMELION's mythical opus, "Legends & Lores," is set for release on December 8, 2023, through Rockshots Records. Unveiling a musical saga like never before, CHAMELION invites you to be part of the fantasy as "Legends & Lores" comes to life.

MARKETING & PROMOTION / SELLING POINTS

- First album by finnish symphonic metal band Chamelion
- For fans of Rhapsody, Twilight Force, Symphony X, Dragonland, and Gloryhammer