{"product_id":"4582546591113","title":"Marco Hietala Pire of the Black Heart Japan Music CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\nContent Introduction Marko Hietala, who reigns supreme in Finland, a metal powerhouse, as the male vocalist\/bassist of Nightwish, has finally launched his solo career. A journey of self-discovery that is heavier, more melodic, and more dramatic. Marko Hietala is known as the male vocalist and bassist of Nightwish. Since he joined in 2001, Nightwish has released five consecutive albums that have reached number one on the Finnish national charts, and has gained immense support in Europe, America, and Japan. Furthermore, he has been active in Tarot, Synergy, Northern Kings, etc., has produced Amorphis, and participated in super projects such as Avantasia and Irion, making him an indispensable and important musician in the Finnish metal scene. After 35 years of diverse activities, Marko finally releases his first solo album in 2020, \"Pyre of the Black Heart\". Marco describes the music of this album, which he created with \"no restrictions, complete freedom,\" as \"hard prog.\" The heavy, melodic, progressive, and dramatic style incorporates folk\/pagan melodies throughout, making it a fitting culmination of songs written over the past 15 years. From \"Stones,\" the lead track released prior to the album, Marco's worldview is fully on display. While the symphonic elements are less pronounced than in Nightwish, a dramatic development, inspired by 1970s progressive rock as well as Kate Bush and Tori Amos, permeates the entire album. With tracks like \"For You,\" which shows influences from Pink Floyd, and the lyrical \"I Dream\" and \"Truth Shall Set You Free,\" the profound sound far surpasses that of a mere side project, showcasing a new phase in the artist Marco Hietala's career. While this is primarily Marko's leader album, the support of talented musicians elevates it to even greater creative heights. Thomas Wainola (guitar) is known for his work with Kotipelto and even visited Japan in 2011 with the \"3Ts Jazz Rock Session.\" Vili Oirila (keyboards) is popular with Finnish audiences for his metal Christmas project, Loscasta Joulua. Ansi Nikanen (drums) has collaborated with Timo Tolkki and Havana Black, creating a rich yet delicate fusion with Marko. This album was released in May 2019 in a Finnish language version titled \"Mustan Sydamen Rovio,\" but the version released in Japan is the English international version. Marko, who has long sung in English with Nightwish, showcases his soaring vocals on this album as well. While Marko continues to be active as a member of Nightwish, he will also be undertaking a solo European tour in February 2020. The time has come to ignite the \"black hearts\" of metal fans around the world. [Members] Marko Hietala (vocals\/bass) Thomas Wainola (guitar) Vili Oirila (keyboards) Ansi Nikanen (drums) [CD Tracklist] 01. Stones 02. The Voice of My Father 03. Star Sand and Shadow 04. Dead God's Sun 05. For You 06. I Am the Way 07. Runner of the Railways 08. Death March for Freedom 09. I Dream 10. Truth Shall Set You Free Media Reviews and More Marko Hietala, who reigns supreme in metal powerhouse Finland as the male vocalist\/bassist of Nightwish, has finally launched his solo career. A journey of self-discovery, heavier, more melodic, and more dramatic. (C)RS\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53227170955573,"sku":"4582546591113","price":4300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5966\/5973\/files\/61uTwiLHTIL._AC.jpg?v=1785379526","url":"https:\/\/tokyojapancdshop.com\/products\/4582546591113","provider":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}