Japanese power metal band ILLUSION FORCE are thrilled to announce the release of their new album “Halfana”, out on December 13th, 2024, via Frontiers Music Srl. The band also unveil the first single and official video for the title track, “Halfana”, out now.
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Talking about the title track, the band says: “Combining breakneck tempos with soaring melodies while matching high-tone vocals with twin lead guitars, this track encompasses Illusion Force’s signature style of catchy metal.”
Discussing about the album, they add: “After and exhilarating experience of performing and recording around Japan for the last 5 years, we can finally announce our first worldwide album release! It was a great challenge to properly utilize the elegance and versatility of Japanese music, but we think the end result will be a great listen! Please, check it out!”
“Halfana” Tracklist:
- Kaleidoscopic
- Halfana
- Miracle Superior
- The Serene Valley
- Captan #5 (Feat.Ivan Giannini)
- Protector Of The Stars
- Hibari, Pti: A Lost Cantata
- Hibari, Ptii: Whisper Of The Eternity
- Hibari, Ptii: Möbius
- Hibari, Ptiv: Luminescent Galaxies
- Bittersweet ’53
- Serendipitous
- Illusion Parade
Hailing from Japan, Illusion Force is a brilliant newcomer, emerging from the very active Japanese metal scene, crediting bands like Helloween, Dragonforce as some of their influences.
Having been constantly on tour in Japan supporting major acts and playing Headlining shows, they managed to create a strong fan base in their home country.
The band has already released two albums through King Records that caught the attention of many media around the world, praising the skills and the songwriting and the powerful and melodic voice of the singer Jinn.
The new album “Halfana”, mixed by Matias Kupiainen (Stratovarius guitar player), showcases a mixture of Extreme Power Metal with classy arrangements and catchy choruses to make every Power Metal freak’s heart beat faster with excitement and anticipation.
Line Up:
Jinn Jeon – Vocals
Yuya Shiroumaru – Guitar
George Shiroumaru – Guitar
Ollie Bernstein – Bass
Jade – Drums
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