Symphony X fans have been waiting two decades for an honest to goodness Michael Romeo solo album (not counting his 1994 demo recording, The Dark Chapter, which was released in several countries), and the arrival of War of the Worlds / Pt. 1 will no doubt be cause for celebration.
The wildly ambitious 10-song disc sees the founder, chief songwriter and prime mover of the progressive titans Symphony X furthering his reputation as one of the world’s preeminent guitar shredders and composers of adventurous, multi-faceted orchestral metal. Highly recommended for fans of fellow Music Theories Recording artists Ayreon and Flying Colors.
“An album of preposterous brilliance” – Prog
“‘War of the Worlds pt 1’ is a fantastic trawl through the ingenuity, dexterity and phenomenal ability of one of the best guitarists in his field” – Powerplay 8/10
Ein erstklassiges Prog Metal-Werk – 6/7 Metal Hammer
Michael Romeo pour son premier album solo a réalisé un coup de maitre, parfait en tout points. – 10/10 La Grosse Radio
War of the Worlds // Pt. 1 zal de harten van zowel hardrockers als progliefhebbers harder laten kloppen.” 85/100 Aardschok
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