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Contents Introduction Finland's national monster metal band, Roadi, releases their long-awaited sixth album in approximately three years. Overcoming the death of their previous drummer, Otus, they have been joined by new drummer Mana and new keyboardist Hella. With an even more terrifying appearance that will make you want to run away, they live up to their reputation as the most ferocious heavy metal band on earth. They utilize the rhythmic ideas left behind by the late Otus, employing a sense of speed and twin bass drums. It is a purest and heaviest metal work in Roadi's history, so much so that it can be called orthodox power metal. Moreover, Roadi's signature catchy melodies that will make you want to sing along are still present throughout. Following their previous work, it is produced by the legendary producer Michael Wagner. As a bonus track on the Japanese edition, the precious unreleased track "Hulking Dynamo," which was made during the production of their 2002 debut album "Get Heavy," is specially included. Their counterattack begins with the most intense, heavy, fast, and catchy heavy metal ever! Includes commentary, lyrics, and translations. Media reviews and more. "Just when you thought Ava (key) had left the band, this Finnish monster band overcame the tragedy of Otus (ds), who had only joined in 2010, passing away in 2012. Now, with the addition of Hella (key) and Mana (ds), they've created their 6th album. It exudes an even more sinister mood than before, with an increased horror movie feel, yet still delivers orthodox and catchy metal. From track 2, a killer tune that's a mix of KISS and ACCEPT, to other excellent tracks, there's a whole host of great songs. Mr. Roadie isn't a particularly skillful singer, but it's amazing how he manages to make the vocal lines so captivating despite that. Otus's live drum solo on track 11 is truly moving. Bonus track 12 is an unreleased song from 2002, but it's a rather good, melancholic track." (Takehiko Maeda) --BURRN! (May 2013 issue) "This is the sixth album from Finland's national "monster" band. In the approximately two and a half years since their last album, the drummer and keyboardist have changed, and they have overcome the tragedy of the sudden death of Otus (dr), who joined in 2010, in 2012. This is a fresh start. As with their previous album, it was produced by Michael Wagner (Accept, Skid Row, etc.), and the production proceeded while incorporating ideas left behind by Otus. While retaining the catchy spirit of the '80s, it has become their most metallic and solid work to date, while the theatrical production using sound effects and other elements works even more dramatically. The inclusion of Otus's drum solo at the end of the album (excluding bonus tracks) is also touching..." (Yuji Okumura) --YOUNG GUITAR (May 2013 issue) "A new album from Finland's national monster metal band. Overcoming the death of their previous drummer, Otus, and with the addition of new drummer Mana, this album retains their signature heavy power metal sound, but each song is more catchy and has stronger hooks, making it an album that you'll get hooked on the more you listen to it. "SCG6: Otus Butcher Clinic," which uses the drum take left behind by the late Otus, is a masterpiece that will bring tears to the eyes of fans." (Takahiro Hosoe) --Player (June 2013 issue)
About the Artist: Started in Finland in 1992 with only leader Mr. Roadie, the band became a full band in 1997 with the addition of Amen (G) and others. Signed with BMG in 2002 and released their debut album. Their intense image and melodic metal attracted the attention of the media and fans. Released their second album in 2004. In 2006, after a major lineup change that included the addition of Oks (B) and others, they participated in the prestigious Eurovision Song Contest. They achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the first Finnish band to win the world competition, and then released their 3rd album, rising to national stardom. They consistently released their 4th album in 2008 and their 5th album in 2010, but in 2012, Otus (Ds) passed away, and they suspended their activities. In the summer of the same year, they resumed activities with the addition of Mana (Ds) and Hella (Key). Finally, in 2013, they released their 6th album!