Well here is a blast from the past, that is the US melodic power metal group Cellador who made their mark with the 2006 release Enter Deception. That was one album that I was instantly drawn to with addictive tracks like "Leaving All Behind" and "Never Again", the music was cracking and they had an impressive lead vocalist. Although Cellador did release an EP in 2013 the long wait is now over as their energized second full length album Off The Grid will soon be released. The Cellador line-up of today is quite different to that on their debut including band founder/guitarist Chris Petersen who took over on the role of vocalist.
As I soon discovered Off The Grid is one top metal album, Cellador still have a thirst for speedy power metal and Petersen is an impressive vocalist with an appealing style. The blistering guitar work is excellent once again with scorching solos a plenty, and the addition of keyboards sure doesn't detract from their sound. There is no extended tracks on Off The Grid as such just a fun collection of stirring metal tunes that hit the spot and will keep you coming back for more. Fans of those like Dragonforce and Power Quest whom also have new albums out this year should check out Off The Grid, and if you thought Enter Deception was impressive well just wait till you hear Off The Grid as you sure wont be disappointed.
Track Listing
1. Soul Survivor
2. Break Heresy
3. Shadowfold
4. Wake Up The Tyrant
5. Off The Grid
6. Swallow Your Pride
7. Shimmering Status
8. Good Enough
9. This Means War
10. Running Riot
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