Fallen Leaves & Dead Sparrows
| Fallen Leaves & Dead Sparrows | |
|---|---|
| Studio album by Amoral | |
| Released |
February 14, 2014 March 31, 2014 |
| Genre | Progressive metal, Heavy metal |
| Length | 54:53 |
| Label | Imperial Cassette |
| Producer | Ben Varon, vocals: Marco Hietala |
Fallen Leaves & Dead Sparrows is the sixth album by Finnish heavy metal band Amoral. It was released by Imperial Cassette in Finland 14.02.2104. In Europe it was published by G-Regords 28.03.2014 and the UK - edition was published by Graphite Records 31.3.2014 .
"Fallen Leaves & Dead Sparrows" is produced by Ben Varon. Drums were recorded at Sound Supreme studios by Janne Saksa. Guitars, bass & keyboards were recorded at home studios of Amoral. Guitars were re-amped at Sonic Pump Studios. Vocals were recorded at Marco's Cockpit by Marco Hietala. The album is mixed by Janne Saksa and mastered by Svante Forsbäck. Arrangements are by Amoral.[1]
The music is changed more progressive than ever and it has more metallic touch as the 2 previous albums.[2]
"Fallen Leaves & Dead Sparrows" has received predominantly very positive, even praising reviews from metal magazines and webzines around Finland, Europe and USA.[3]
Music and lyrics
Music is by Amoral, story and lyrics are by Ben Varon. Orchestral programming on "Prolong A Stay" is made by Mikko P. Mustonen.
Artwork
Artwork of the album and Skull-logo are by Aki Siltala. Calligraphy was hand made by Terhi Hursti. Layout is by Pasi Moilanen and photography is by Valtteri Hirvonen.
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "On the Other Side Pt. I" | 7:14 | |
| 2. | "No Familiar Faces" | 7:39 | |
| 3. | "Prolong a Stay" | 3:56 | |
| 4. | "Blueprints" | 4:20 | |
| 5. | "If Not Here, Where?" | 9:15 | |
| 6. | "The Storm Arrives" | 6:25 | |
| 7. | "See This Through" | 6:39 | |
| 8. | "On The Other Side Pt. II" | 9:14 |
- Singles
- Videos
- Blueprints (2014)[6]
Personnel
- Ari Koivunen - vocals
- Ben Varon - lead, rhythm & acoustic guitars, backing vocals
- Juhana Karlsson - drums
- Masi Hukari - lead & rhythm guitars, keyboards
- Pekka Johansson - bass
References
- ↑ "Amoral´s home sites". Retrieved 2014-04-25.
- ↑ "Interview with Ben Varon 22.1.2014". Retrieved 2014-04-25.
- ↑ "Album reviews 2014". Retrieved 2014-04-25.
- ↑ "If not here, Where? on Youtube". Retrieved 2014-04-25.
- ↑ "No Familiar Faces on Youtube". Retrieved 2014-04-25.
- ↑ "Blueprints video". Retrieved 2014-04-25.