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Category: Illusory (Rockshots Records)

0 Rockshots Records: Greek Prog/Power ILLUSORY Release New Video “A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme”

  • August 25, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – August 25, 2021

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer

Rockshots Records: Greek Prog/Power ILLUSORY Release New Video “A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme”

New Album “Crimson Wreath” Out Now!

Greece’s prog power Illusory are sharing their new lyric video for the heroic rhapsody “A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme” in support of their third album “Crimson Wreath” released on May 21st via Rockshots Records.

“This is a song with heavy riffing, a song where vocal lines are almost fighting against guitar and keys themes. However, the whole outcome gives you peace – finally! Based on a nightmare of a story or vice versa, this lyric video is filled with emotions and emphatical images, portraying a story which could easily be never-ending.” adds the band.

The lyric video for “A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme” can be viewed on Rockshots Records YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/9x-aRn1wmxE

Having opened for such legendary acts Blue Oyster Cult, Warrel Dane, Geoff Tate, and Gus G, Illusory‘s new album “Crimson Wreath” is the next step in their widely praised evolution to follow 2016’s Polysllabic (7hard/7us) and 2013’s “The Ivory Tower” (The Leaders Records).

Melodic, riffy, cerebral, and complex “Crimson Wreath” is a very emotional and melodic release, yet heavy and strong at the same time. Both new fans and ones who have been listening to the band for years will indulge themselves in this latest offering of classic, progressive, epic, and thrashy performances. Lyrical themes found on “Crimson Wreath” are mostly anti-war, but the full length also includes a thematic unit consisting of three songs that deal with human loss.

“The band is thrilled! When we look back, from the first minute to the last one, from the moment we pressed record on the very first drum takes to the album wrap-up, we can’t stop thinking about all the things we set and done during those long hours of arranging every little album detail. “Crimson Wreath” has become a member of our discography and our most recent brainchild. And we are totally proud of it!”

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer, Illusory‘s “Crimson Wreath” is available at the following link: http://bit.ly/CrimsonWreathCD

Track Listing:
1. Besetting Sins (5:01)
2. Acedia (2:11)
3. Crimson Wreath (6:35)
4. Immortal No (4:25)
5. All Shall Fade (1:51)
6. All Blood Red (5:48)
7. The Voice Inside Me (1:28)
8. S.T. Forsaken (8:08)
9. Ashes To Dust (5:51)
10. A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme (4:22)
An Opus Of Loss And Sorrow:
11. Pedestal I: Past Forever Last  (6:07)
12. Pedestal II: The Isle Of Shadows (9:08)
13. Pedestal III: Agony’s Last (6:53)
14. Fortress Of Sadness (10:04)
Album Length: 1:18:00

ILLUSORY is:
Dee Theodorou – Vocals
George Papantonis – Guitars
Greg Bakos – Guitars
Niki Danos – Bass
Makis Vandoros – Keyboards
Costas Koulis – Drums

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Illusoryband.com
Facebook.com/illusoryband
Instagram/illusory_band
Twitter.com/illusoryband

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0 Rockshots Records: ILLUSORY Release Music Video For Heroic Rhapsody “Ashes To Dust”

  • June 21, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – June 21, 2021

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer

Rockshots Records: ILLUSORY Release Music Video For Heroic Rhapsody “Ashes To Dust”

New Album “Crimson Wreath” Out Now!


Greece’s prog power Illusory are sharing their new music video for the heroic rhapsody “Ashes To Dust” in support of their third album “Crimson Wreath” released on May 21st via Rockshots Records. Illustrious actor/director Grigoris Valtinos is the leading man in the story, which exemplifies the essence of a fable across a path walked by the bravest and honored by the scholars of the world. This short film is about an epic manifesto, a darkening day to come and everlasting hope.

“Achilles! The greatest hero in Homer’s Iliad. A human war machine in the flesh. He was the inspiration for this specific song and this is the first time we actually pass the borders of Epic Metal. So much power engaged with melody as it was meant to be. Warriors shouts, battle vibes, seismic rhythm section, twin guitars, screaming high melody notes… and finally a glorious shivering narration from Mr. Grigoris Valtinos, a world-renowned famous Greek theatrical actor and director. It was such a huge honour to have him on board.” adds the band.

The music video for “Ashes To Dust” can be viewed on Rockshots Records YouTube channel – https://youtu.be/coSvxOzuCQA

Having opened for such legendary acts Blue Oyster Cult, Warrel Dane, Geoff Tate, and Gus G, Illusory‘s new album “Crimson Wreath” is the next step in their widely praised evolution to follow 2016’s Polysllabic (7hard/7us) and 2013’s “The Ivory Tower” (The Leaders Records).

Melodic, riffy, cerebral, and complex “Crimson Wreath” is a very emotional and melodic release, yet heavy and strong at the same time. Both new fans and ones who have been listening to the band for years will indulge themselves in this latest offering of classic, progressive, epic, and thrashy performances. Lyrical themes found on “Crimson Wreath” are mostly anti-war, but the full length also includes a thematic unit consisting of three songs that deal with human loss.

“The band is thrilled! When we look back, from the first minute to the last one, from the moment we pressed record on the very first drum takes to the album wrap-up, we can’t stop thinking about all the things we set and done during those long hours of arranging every little album detail. “Crimson Wreath” has become a member of our discography and our most recent brainchild. And we are totally proud of it!”

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer, Illusory‘s “Crimson Wreath” is available at the following link: http://bit.ly/CrimsonWreathCD

Track Listing:
1. Besetting Sins (5:01)
2. Acedia (2:11)
3. Crimson Wreath (6:35)
4. Immortal No (4:25)
5. All Shall Fade (1:51)
6. All Blood Red (5:48)
7. The Voice Inside Me (1:28)
8. S.T. Forsaken (8:08)
9. Ashes To Dust (5:51)
10. A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme (4:22)
An Opus Of Loss And Sorrow:
11. Pedestal I: Past Forever Last  (6:07)
12. Pedestal II: The Isle Of Shadows (9:08)
13. Pedestal III: Agony’s Last (6:53)
14. Fortress Of Sadness (10:04)
Album Length: 1:18:00

ILLUSORY is:
Dee Theodorou – Vocals
George Papantonis – Guitars
Greg Bakos – Guitars
Niki Danos – Bass
Makis Vandoros – Keyboards
Costas Koulis – Drums

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Illusoryband.com
Facebook.com/illusoryband
Instagram/illusory_band
Twitter.com/illusoryband

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0 StarkStrom #21 Juni-Juli 2021 w/ ILLUSORY – Rockshots Records and more!

  • May 28, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

StarkStrom #21 Juni-Juli 2021 w/ ILLUSORY – Rockshots Records and more! http://www.starkstrom.live/home

0 Metal Bulletin Zine – review: Illusory — melodic prog from Greece

  • May 26, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

https://metalbulletin.blogspot.com/2021/05/illusory.html

0 Coming soon! @ILLUSORY_band – Ashes To Dust (OFFICIAL TEASER) – @RockshotsRecords

  • May 24, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

Coming soon!

@ILLUSORY_band – Ashes To Dust (OFFICIAL TEASER) – @RockshotsRecords
#metal #metalvideo #powermetal #powerprog #progpower #video #youtube #illusory #rockshotsrecords

0 Brutally Delicious – Rockshots Records ILLUSORY “Crimson Wreath”

  • May 23, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

Brutally Delicious – Rockshots Records ILLUSORY “Crimson Wreath” Review by Wild Dann Razor 

 

0 KNAC.com – Reviews – ILLUSORY ‘Crimson Wreath’ Rockshots Records “If it is true that a band’s third album is supposed to be their “breakthrough” release, then ILLUSORY has certainly done their part in proving that belief to be true. Despite a run time of over 75 minutes, not once does the album drag. Rather, you can’t believe it when the album is over because you want to keep listening. I strongly feel that not only is Crimson Wreath one of the singular best albums you could hope to come across this year, but it will come to be seen as ILLUSORY’s magnum opus release! 5.0 Out Of 5.0″

  • May 22, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

@officialknac – Reviews – @ILLUSORY_band ‘Crimson Wreath’ @RockshotsRecords http://www.knac.com/article.asp?ArticleID=37785

“If it is true that a band’s third album is supposed to be their “breakthrough” release, then ILLUSORY has certainly done their part in proving that belief to be true. Despite a run time of over 75 minutes, not once does the album drag. Rather, you can’t believe it when the album is over because you want to keep listening. I strongly feel that not only is Crimson Wreath one of the singular best albums you could hope to come across this year, but it will come to be seen as ILLUSORY’s magnum opus release! 5.0 Out Of 5.0″

0 Distorted Sound Mag – ALBUM REVIEW: Crimson Wreath – Illusory

  • May 21, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

https://distortedsoundmag.com/album-review-crimson-wreath-illusory/

0 Rockshots Records: Out Now! Greek Prog Power ILLUSORY New Album “Crimson Wreath”

  • May 21, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records) · Music News

NEWS RELEASE

Montreal, QC – May 21, 2021

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer

Rockshots Records: Out Now! Greek Prog Power ILLUSORY New Album “Crimson Wreath”

“Crimson Wreath” Out May 21, 2021


Greece’s prog power titans Illusory have released their new album “Crimson Wreath”, out now as of May 21st via Rockshots Records.

Having opened for such legendary acts Blue Oyster Cult, Warrel Dane, Geoff Tate, and Gus G, Illusory‘s third full-length “Crimson Wreath” is the next step in their widely praised evolution to follow 2016’s Polysllabic (7hard/7us) and 2013’s “The Ivory Tower” (The Leaders Records).

Melodic, riffy, cerebral, and complex “Crimson Wreath” is a very emotional and melodic release, yet heavy and strong at the same time. Both new fans and ones who have been listening to the band for years will indulge themselves in this latest offering of classic, progressive, epic, and thrashy performances. Lyrical themes found on “Crimson Wreath” are mostly anti-war, but the full length also includes a thematic unit consisting of three songs that deal with human loss.

The band comments:

“The band is thrilled! When we look back, from the first minute to the last one, from the moment we pressed record on the very first drum takes to the album wrap-up, we can’t stop thinking about all the things we set and done during those long hours of arranging every little album detail. “Crimson Wreath” has become a member of our discography and our most recent brainchild. And we are totally proud of it!”

For fans of Iron Maiden, Queensryche, Savatage, Jag Panzer, Illusory‘s “Crimson Wreath” is available at the following links:

CD – http://bit.ly/CrimsonWreathCD
Apple Music – https://apple.co/3ozyVoh
Spotify – https://spoti.fi/3f8gpAq

In additional news, the band will be revealing a new music video in the coming weeks for the track “Ashes To Dust”. The video will feature special guest Grigoris Valtinos, a world-renowned Greek theatrical actor and director.

Track Listing:
1. Besetting Sins (5:01)
2. Acedia (2:11)
3. Crimson Wreath (6:35)
4. Immortal No (4:25)
5. All Shall Fade (1:51)
6. All Blood Red (5:48)
7. The Voice Inside Me (1:28)
8. S.T. Forsaken (8:08)
9. Ashes To Dust (5:51)
10. A Poem I Couldn’t Rhyme (4:22)
An Opus Of Loss And Sorrow:
11. Pedestal I: Past Forever Last  (6:07)
12. Pedestal II: The Isle Of Shadows (9:08)
13. Pedestal III: Agony’s Last (6:53)
14. Fortress Of Sadness (10:04)
Album Length: 1:18:00

ILLUSORY is:
Dee Theodorou – Vocals
George Papantonis – Guitars
Greg Bakos – Guitars
Niki Danos – Bass
Makis Vandoros – Keyboards
Costas Koulis – Drums

For more info:
Rockshots.eu
Illusoryband.com
Facebook.com/illusoryband
Instagram/illusory_band
Twitter.com/illusoryband

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#.514.581.5780
jon[@]ashermediarelations[.]com
Facebook @AsherMediaRelations
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0 Musipedia Of Metal ILLUSORY Rockshots Records “Crimson Wreath will hopefully open up Illusory to a bigger audience because they really deserve to be heard by fans of heavy power metal. 8/10”

  • May 20, 2021
  • by Asher
  • · Illusory (Rockshots Records)

Musipedia Of Metal ILLUSORY Rockshots Records “Crimson Wreath will hopefully open up Illusory to a bigger audience because they really deserve to be heard by fans of heavy power metal. 8/10”

https://musipediaofmetal.blogspot.com/2021/05/reviews-khirki-seventh-crystal-illusory.html?m=1&fbclid=IwAR1eac3c_LnxGWJcsf44-R2dtq4erMBNz0yLIE-ony6H1KcsgOBSu1dS61s

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