ROYAL HUNT are recording their new concept album, scheduled for release in 2020 (Japan / SE Asia – KING Records, rest of the world – TBA). Most of the production activities were moved into NorthPoint Studio while mix/mastering facilities will be appointed later. The band hints monumental conceptual offering, which supposed to expand their familiar yet constantly evolving soundscape into previously uncharted territories. With their 15th studio release, ROYAL HUNT’s dead-set to deliver a masterpiece, which should once again rise the bar for modern progressive hard rock genre.
Today the band has issued a new video update on vocal recording: “Enjoy some new vocal recordings for our brand new studio album and good luck with keeping your mental stability under control in 2020 \m/”
ROYAL HUNT is in a process of recording a new concept album, scheduled for release in 2020 (Japan / SE Asia – KING Records, rest of the world – TBA). Most of the production activities were moved into NorthPoint Studio while mix/mastering facilities will be appointed later. The band hints monumental conceptual offering, which supposed to expand their familiar yet constantly evolving soundscape into previously uncharted territories. With their 15th studio release, ROYAL HUNT’s dead-set to deliver a masterpiece, which should once again rise the bar for modern progressive hard rock genre.
André Andersen stated: “The next Royal Hunt album is in the works and – while most of it is still in a state of a “sort-of-controlled- chaos” – I´d say it´s probably our biggest production to date… the amount of tracks is simply staggering. Yes, it´s a concept album and yes, there´re some special guests on it and yes – already on this demo stage – this thing sounds huge (even by our standards).So fear not: we´re still around and we´re rocking just as hard – if not harder – as we usually do.”
It’s Christmas time and a time for celebrating, even if you’re alone! Aside from watching films and making love, we all love listening to our favourite music at full volume. Our Chief Editor has made a flammable list for you to rock with your loved ones, friends or even by yourself!
“I’ve made this for almost everyone – for those who have fallen in love this year or those who are still together after many years, those who lost their loves or friends or family members, those who are apart from each other and those who have new family members. And for those who are tired of this sad and horrible year and wish a brighter and better 2017. So here you go, rock it and don’t forget you love your neighbours, so rock it louder!
Merry Christmas!
Mohsen Stargazer Fayazi.”
1. Royal Hunt – ‘Heart On A Platter’ (“Devil’s Dozen” 2015) 2. Wolf – ‘Love At First Bite’ (“Ravenous” 2009) 3. Twilight Force – ‘To the Stars’ (“Heroes Of Mighty Magic” 2016) 4. Kingdom Come – ‘Loving You’ (“Kingdom Come” 1988) 5. Myrath – ‘Through Your Eyes’ (“Legacy” 2016) 6. Wolf Hoffmann – ‘Symphony No. 40’ (“Headbangers Symphony” 2016) 7. Judas Priest – ‘Between The Hammer & The Anvil’ (“Painkiller” 1990) 8. Iced Earth – ‘Watching Over Me’ (“Something Wicked This Way Comes” 1998) 9. Gamma Ray – ‘Rebellion In Dreamland’ (“Land Of The Free” 1995) 10. Accept – ‘Shadow Soldiers’ (“Stalingrad” 2012) 11. Black Sabbath – ‘Heaven And Hell’ (“Heaven And Hell” 1980) In memory of Ronnie James Dio R.I.P. 12. Queen – ‘The Show Must Go on’ (“Innuendo” 1991) In memory of Freddie Mercury R.I.P. 13. Motörhead – ‘Ace Of Spades’ (“Motörhead” 1980) In memory of Lemmy Kilmister R.I.P.
With the sad news today, we would like to remember Rick Parfitt from the legendary Status Quo, R.I.P.
Frontiers Music Srl is excited to announce the release of the brand new studio album from baroque Danish Metal Stars ROYAL HUNT entitled “Devil’s Dozen” on August 21st in Europe and North America.
With keyboardist and songwriter André Andersen still at the helm, ROYAL HUNT have once again created an album that combines the basic sound and core values of classic rock with progressive rock and more current musical elements. After selling approximately 1.7 million albums globally and touring the world numerous times, the band’s still going strong…and now gets to release their 13th studio album entitled “The Devil´s Dozen”.
André Andersen says: “We´re very pleased to be able to present our new, thirteenth studio album. While staying on course with all traditional Royal Hunt´s musical values this one contains quite a bit of variety – from an up-tempo, double kick driven “May You Never (Walk Alone)” to the bluesy “Heart On A Platter” and probably our best ballad to date – “Until The Day”. Counting in Royal Hunt´s usual attention to details – playing wise as well as production wise – I´m sure that any fan of symphonic/melodic yet hard rocking music will be pleased with our latest offering.”
The new recording stays true to the original, larger-than-life Royal Hunt sound, with imaginative instrumentation, intricate arrangements, soaring vocals and catchy, massive choruses. Yet, the addition of classical musicians/instruments and contemporary, modern day production elements move to twist the outcome into a unique sonic palette. The album is chock full of carefully crafted songs, recorded and mixed by a team who combined crystal clear sonics with a weighty punch.
Featuring once again the talents of the awesome US singer DC Cooper – who, after numerous requests from fans and promoters worldwide decided to reunite with the band in 2011 – Royal Hunt features – besides André Andersen on keyboards – long time member Andreas Passmark on bass, Jonas Larsen on guitar and new drummer Andreas Habo Johansson (ex Narnia). Royal Rock… no substitutes!
“Devil’s Dozen” tracklisting: So Right So Wrong; May You Never (Walk Alone); Heart On A Platter; A Tear In The Rain; Until The Day; Riches To Rags; Way Too Late; How Do You Know (bonus track).
ROYAL HUNT
DC Cooper: vocals
Andre Andersen: keyboards
Andreas Passmark: bass
Jonas Larsen: guitars
Andreas Habo Johansson: drums
Rich Davenport’s Rock Show this week features exclusive interviews with guitar maestro Axel Rudi Pell, Royal Hunt mastermind Andre Andersen, Gary Meskill of Pro-Pain/Darkhaus and Coldspell guitarist Michael Larsson, and is available now for streaming at this link.
In the first hour of the show, Axel Rudi Pell talks about his chart-storming new album “Into The Storm”, recruiting former Rainbow/ Black Sabbath/BOC drummer Bobby Rondinelli, and the band’s plans to mark their 25th anniversary this year. Axel also selects two songs from “Into The Storm”.
More melodic Metal follows from Royal Hunt, as keyboard maestro Andre Andersen gives the lowdown on their new album “A Life To Die For”, which sees the band working with orchestral instruments and a choir, with two tracks from the new release.
In part 2, Coldspell guitarist Michael Larsson discusses the band’s latest album “Frozen Paradise” and their well-received appearance at Melodicrockfest 3. Michael also chooses two tracks from the new album, and also picks a Thin Lizzy number for the show’s weekly Phil Lynott tribute spot.
And finally, Pro-Pain mainman Gary Meskill takes us through two exciting new releases, the face melting old-school Hardcore of Pro-Pain’s new album “The Final Revolution”, and the debut release from his new project, international Synth-Rock outfit Darkhaus, whose original sound blends ripping guitars and memorable melodies with influences from early 80s electronica.
You can also listen on Sunday 2nd February 15:00-17:00 GMT and Wednesday 5th February 22:00-00.00 GMT on http://www.bloodstockradio.com
ROYAL HUNT have announced a string of European tour dates for February and March in support of their new album, A Life To Die For. Sweden’s CLOUDSCAPE are on the bill as support.
The tour schedule is as follows:
February
22 – Helsingborg, Sweden – Tivoli
23 – Copenhagen, Denmark – Amager Bio
25 – Verviers, Belgium – Spirit of 66
27 – Barcelona, Spain – Sala Bikini
28 – Madrid, Spain – Sala Lemon
March
1 – San Sebastian, Spain – C.C. Intxaurrondo
2 – Zaragoza, Spain – Sala Lopez
4 – Bremen, Germany – Meisenfrei Blues Club
5 – London, UK – The Underworld
6 – Sheffield, UK – Corporation
7 – Uden, Netherlands – De Pule
8 – Burgrieden, Germany – Riffelhof
9 – Uster, Switzerland – Star Club
11 – Brescia, Italy – Circolo Colony
12 – Bratislava, Slovakia – Club Randal
13 – Budapest, Hungary – A38
14 – Kiev, Ukraine – Bingo
15 – Chernigov, Ukraine – GDK
17 – Illichevsk, Ukraine – Metropolis
19 – Krasnodar City, Russia – Arena Hall
20 – Stavropol, Russia – DDT
22 – St. Petersburg, Russia – Zal Ozhidania
23 – Moscow, Russia – KZ Mir
25 – Vladivostok, Russia – Fesco Hall
The tracklist for A Life To Die For is as follows:
‘Hell Comes Down From Heaven’
‘A Bullet’s Tale’
‘Running Out Of Tears’
‘One Minute Left To Live’
‘Sign Of Yesterday’
‘Won’t Trust, Won’t Fear, Won’t Beg’
‘A Life To Die For’
Royal Hunt have uploaded a third episode of their studio video diary. See all three episodes below:
Royal Hunt is:
Andre Andersen – keyboards
DC Cooper – lead vocals
Allan Sorensen – drums
Andreas Passmark – bass guitar
Jonas Larsen – lead guitars
Guest musicians:
Kenny Lubcke, Alexandra Popova – backing vocals
Jacob Kjær – guitar solo on ‘Running Out of Tears’
Soma Allpass, Christina Lund, Patricia Skovgaard, Christina Larsen – strings
Erik Rosenqvist, Mads Kofoed – brass/woodwinds
CV Company – choir
