The Devil Strikes Again [Japanese limited special edition] (CD + bonus CD) Japan

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Contents: German power metal trio Rage, the heavyweights of the genre, have released their 22nd studio album, "The Devil Strikes Again"! This album, created with a new lineup, is full of exciting and melodic numbers that feel like a return to their roots! A powerful work that showcases the explosive power of the reborn Rage! [Includes Japanese liner notes/lyrics translation] [Product Description] In 2015, Victor Smolski and Andre Hilgers, who had supported the band for many years, left, and Rage adopted a new lineup consisting of Peavy Wagner (vocals, bass), Marcos Rodriguez (guitar, vocals), and Vasilios "Lucky" Maniatopoulos (drums, vocals). Formed in Germany in 1984 by Peavy under the name Avenger, the band released one album before changing its name to Rage and making its debut with the album "Rain of Fear" (1986). From 1988, Peavy, Manni Schmidt, and Chris Efthimiadis became a trio, leaving behind masterpieces such as "Trapped!" (1992) and "The Missing Link" (1993), and becoming a popular band (these three formed Refuge in 2014 and performed in Japan in February 2016). After Manni left in 1994, the band became a quartet with twin guitars, but in 1999, Victor joined, and the band became a trio again, evolving significantly with intricate and technical elements and the incorporation of classical music essence. However, in 2015, Victor and Andre, who had been with the band since 2007, left, and the band started anew in 2015. Marcos, the new guitarist who joined the band this time, was a member of the band Soundchaser, which played as a support act for Rage Against the Machine's 30th anniversary tour, and was originally a huge Rage Against the Machine fan. Lucky, the drummer, was a drum student of Chris Efthimiadis, Rage Against the Machine's former drummer and a member of Refuge, and also worked as a drum technician. He is also known for being the lead singer of the band Tri-State Corner. This album, "The Devil Strikes Again," the first work by the newly reformed Rage Against the Machine with these fresh members, is full of dynamic power metal, and also has plenty of Rage Against the Machine's signature melodic side. With Victor gone, some of the intricate elements have decreased, but in return, the aggression has increased, resulting in an exciting album. Marcos's melodic guitar solos also breathe new life into the band, resulting in a work that makes you look forward to their live performances. [Members] Peter ?gPeavy?h Wagner (Vocals/Bass) Marcos Rodriguez (Guitar/Vocals) Vasilios ?gLucky?h Maniatopoulos (Drums/Vocals) [Track Listing] 01. The Devil Strikes Again 02. My Way (Heaven or Hell) 03. War 04. The Final Curtain 05. Ocean Full of Tears 06. Def, Dumb and Blind 07. Spirits of the Night 08. Times of Darkness 09. The Dark Side of the Sun 10. Back on Track [Bonus CD Track Listing] 01. Bring Me Down 02. Into Fire 03. Requiem 04. Slave to the Grind (Skid Row Cover) 05. Bravado (Rush cover) 06. Open Fire (Y&T cover) 'My Way' EP [Tracklist] 01. My Way 02. Black in Mind (re-recorded) 03. St. by the Devil (re-recorded) 04. Apueste a Gunner ("My Way" Spanish ver.) Media Reviews and More: German veteran power metal trio Rage releases their 22nd studio album! This new lineup returns to their roots with an exciting and melodic collection of tracks! A powerful work showcasing the reborn Rage's explosive energy! (C)RS