The melodic symphonic power metal genre is a tough one to nail creatively; there all so many bands out there that all are doing the same thing. Or at least, sound like they are. Then there is the other challenge of remaining open to the public and bringing in non-melodic symphonic power metal fans. Power metalThe melodic symphonic power metal genre is a tough one to nail creatively; there all so many bands out there that all are doing the same thing. Or at least, sound like they are. Then there is the other challenge of remaining open to the public and bringing in non-melodic symphonic power metal fans. Power metal is divisive, female fronted symphonic power metal is very divisive. Nightwish would be the best example of perfect crossover ability and mainstream success. Due to them being the most successful at it, and also, setting the standard for this genre. I've played in a female fronted melodic symphonic power metal band myself. I know first-hand that there is not much love for bands of the genre. Why? Well, it is due to a number of factors. And these range from rather random to well founded. The big ones to avoid: Über long songs, poor overly exposed production and grating female vocals. Everything else can be, and very often is, undone if these are within the core make up of a band or a band's release. With that said, let's look at the new release from the Finnish Band, Amberian Dawn. "Magic Forest" is the [...]
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