Sullvation - 'The Beginning of the End' (official album stream)

Brent Sullivan, όνομα "βαρύ" στο (λατρεμένο) μουσικό φάσμα του US Power Metal. Τον έχουμε ακούσει σε δίσκους των Slauter Xstroyes, Winterkill, Spirit Web, Mindwarp Chamber, David Shankle Group, Septer κλπ. Το πλέον πρόσφατο "παιδί" του είναι οι Sullvation. Το ντεμπούτο τους τιτλοφορείται "The Beginning of the End" και κυκλοφόρησε πέρυσι (10 Σεπτεμβρίου 2023). Στο μουσικό έργο του Brent Sullivan συνεισφέρουν:

➣ οι τραγουδιστές Lothar Kellar (Sacred Dawn, Divinity Compromise), Steven Reimer (Slauter Xstroyes), Bill Swanson (Maiden Chicago / Iron Maiden Tribute), Taran DePablos (Fierce Atmospheres), Scott Huffman (Mindwarp Chamber, Syris, Spiritweb), Kevin Truell (Transgressor, Sceptor), the legendary Tim "Ripper" Owens (ex-Judas Priest, ex-Iced Earth, KK's Priest, The Three Tremors), Ray Smith

➣ οι κιθαρίστες Jeff Tredwell, Briant Danials, Paul Kratky, Eric Gosselin, Ken Mandat, Gary Bernal, David Shankle

➣ και ο drummer (των Ion Vein) Chuck White...

Δελτίο τύπου: «Chicago’s Sullvation is an explosive solo album from bassist, Brent Sullivan, who co-founded legendary underground bands Slauter Xstroyes, Winter Kill and Mindwarp Chamber. Sullivan’s writing and musical style takes listeners on a journey from power to progressive metal, captivating all with an old school feel and modern-day touch.

Notes from iconic bands reminiscent of Judas Priest, Metal Church and even Slayer ring throughout. Joining Sullivan is long-time friend and former bandmate Chuck White (ex-Ion Vein and more). Sullivan recruited some of his favorite local Chicagoland musicians, assembling a small tribute to local talent.

Treating metal fans to a variety of strong melodic vocal performances the album soars with talented metal singers including the infamous Tim “Ripper” Owens adding a special treat between tours. Amazing local lead guitarists add twists of metal, from previous bands and new collaborations featuring the shred master himself, David Shankle (ex-Manowar).

Whether a new or long-time fan of Brent Sullivan’s work and his incredible bass playing, this album, loaded with killer riffs from start to finish, is sure to please. Metal heads will appreciate the unique writing style and locals are sure to know someone adding their talents to this masterpiece.

Digital downloads are now available on all streaming platforms, but Sullvation is sure to be a treasured collector’s item, with only 500 initial physical copies created. The Sullvation single "Screaming in Silence" from "The Beginning of the End" Features guests: Tim 'Ripper" Owens on vocals and Paul "PK Ripper" Kratky on lead!»