HERC veröffentlichen Lyric Video zu "Mahal"
An enthralling lyric video narrating the tale of Aulë (also known as Mahal), a Valar compelled by his instincts to create the first seven fathers of the dwarves, even before their destined era.
Watch the video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Re2lPgtxYv0
Filmed by Mick Alexandrakis at Black Screen - Graphic Arts:
https://www.facebook.com/BlackScreenGraphicArts
The video was edited and produced by Iraklis Choraitis.
Herc Unveils Epic Metal and Rock Journey
with their New Album "Of Light and Darkness"
Herc, the musical project led by composer Iraklis Choraitis, has just released their second full length album, "Of Light and Darkness", for digital distribution. Inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's masterwork, "The Silmarillion", OLAD promises to take listeners on an extraordinary musical journey through the realms of Middle-Earth and the creation of Arda.
Herc's musical endeavor now includes the talented guitarist Panayotis Mavrakis (Cosmic Plunge, Days of Fervor) as a permanent member, adding depth and skill to the band's dynamic sound. Together, they have crafted an album that showcases their artistic growth and shared vision.
"OLAD" weaves together Herc's signature metal sound, reminiscent of Blind Guardian, Insomnium, Wintersun, Empyrium and Bathory, with the enchanting melodies of rock bands like Styx and Blackmore's Night. The album's concept draws from the first 12 chapters of Tolkien's "The Silmarillion", creating a captivating narrative that fans of both metal genre and fantasy literature will appreciate.
Lead single "Melian", featuring the exceptional vocal talents of Arno Menses (Subsignal, ex-Sieges Even), was released on April 15th 2023, offering a glimpse into the album's grandeur. The track beautifully captures the essence of Herc's musical prowess, combined with Athena Koumantarou's elegant Classic & Celtic Harp accompaniment.
Herc ft. Arno Menses – Melian: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wShmBBrue-4
In addition to Iraklis’ multi-instrumental talents and Panayotis' guitar work, "Of Light and Darkness" features Attila Fay (ex-Mein Kopf ist ein brutaler Ort) on a couple of guitar solos, and choirs/backing vocals by Iraklis’ wife and daughters. The album was produced and mixed by Iraklis himself, while, in addition, mixing support has been provided by Manolis Zafirakis.
Clocking in at approximately 2 hours, "Of Light and Darkness" is a compelling musical Odyssey that takes listeners on an immersive and unforgettable experience.
Bonus Tracks:
In addition to the main tracklist, "OLAD" will feature three captivating bonus tracks:
The first one is the single version of "Melian", which offers the extended and uniquely mixed rendition of this spellbinding song.
The second bonus track, "A Celestial Dance (First Draft)", showcases Iraklis’ musical spontaneity. The song was practically composed within a four-hour recording session for the very first time, both in its music and vocal lines, making it a unique and authentic addition to the album.
Lastly, "And the Road Goes Ever On", a fan-favorite from Herc's first album, returns with a fresh perspective. This time, it is presented without its additional orchestral arrangements, allowing listeners to experience the song in a new and stripped-down light.
As a long-time admirer of Tolkien's works, Herc's journey began as a project exploring themes from "The Hobbit" and some of his poems. Since then, Herc has evolved into a musical force that resonates with fans worldwide.
The album is digitally distributed for the first time by CdBaby, and therefore is available for streaming on all major platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and more.
Herc - Of Light & Darkness
Track list:
1. Behold your music
2. Of silver and gold
3. Mahal
4. Of light and darkness
5. Melian ft. Arno Menses (Album Version)
6. Onwards to Eldamar
7. Spirit of fire
8. Seeds of hatred
9. As darkness falls
10. Beneath the gloomy veil of agony
11. Of Gonnhirrim
12. Doriath
13. A celestial dance
14. Melian ft. Arno Menses
(Single Version - Bonus track)
15. A celestial dance
(First draft - Bonus track)
16. And the road goes ever on
(Non-orchestrated version - Bonus track)
Running Time: 1H 48M
Recorded, mixed and mastered at:
Perilous home studio, by Iraklis Choraitis
Line-up:
Iraklis Choraitis
All vocals, choirs, narrations,
all guitars, bass guitar, keyboards, orchestral arrangements, drums arrangements & programming.
Panayotis Mavrakis
Lead & Solo Guitars on tracks
2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 10, 11, & 12.
Discography:
Albums:
Of light and Darkness (2022)
Towards the Mountains (2016)
Of perilous realm & other stories (2005)
Singles:
Melian (2023)
https://herc.bandcamp.com/album/of-light-and-darkness
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