{"product_id":"4582798814206","title":"KINGS OF MERCIA Battle Scars Japan Music CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\nThe second album from a cross-cultural, genre-bending melodic hard rock project featuring Jim Mateos (guitar) of Fates Warning and Steve Overland of FM! A miraculous fusion of Jim Mateos, guitarist of American progressive metal giants Fates Warning, and Steve Overland, vocalist of British melodic hard rock veteran FM! Simon Phillips (drums) and Joey Vera (bass) fully participate again, continuing from their previous work, resulting in a masterpiece of unparalleled hard rock that defies easy categorization! A band that crosses the oceans between America and England, their name, KINGS OF MERCIA, is a play on words, likening them to the kingdom of Mercia that flourished in England during the Heptarchy era. In reality, the project was born in 2021 when Jim introduced Steve to him at the suggestion of British journalist Dave Ring when he was starting his own project. Furthermore, world-renowned drummer Simon Phillips and Joey Vera, who has worked with Jim in Fates Warning and is the leader\/bassist of Armored Saint, also joined, launching this mixed martial arts-style supergroup. In 2022, they released their debut album, \"Kings Of Mercia,\" showcasing a melodic hard rock sound that made the most of Steve's mature vocal abilities. However, because the songs were written by Jim Mateos, they created a unique and unconventional HR\/HM sound that was anything but straightforward, astonishing fans. The second album, produced with the same members as the debut, features an even more polished collection of exquisite songs, thanks to the continued collaboration between Jim and Steve since the first album. While the album primarily features songs that showcase Steve's bluesy, melancholic, and overwhelming vocals, the fusion of Jim Mateos' guitar work and arrangements, and Simon and Joey's dynamic rhythm section results in a masterpiece that further evolves the band! The first edition includes a DVD-R with three music videos as a bonus! Liner notes\/Lyrics \u0026amp; Translations Included Commentary: Yuji Okumura Tracklist 1. Guns and Ammunition 4:25 2. Eye for An Eye 4:17 3. Between Two Worlds 4:19 4. Legend 3:51 5. Battle Scars 4:45 6. Don't Ask 3:28 7. Aftermath 4:07 8. Hell 'N' Back 4:14 9. Cold 4:12 10. Angels \u0026amp; Demons 5:39 Lineup Jim Matheos - Guitars (FATES WARNING) Steve Overland - Vocals (FM, etc.): Simon Phillips - Drums (TOTO, JEFF BECK, MSG, etc.): Joey Vera - Bass (AROMORED SAINT, FATES WARNING)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53228926468405,"sku":"4582798814206","price":4300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5966\/5973\/files\/51UYm-Mty4L._AC.jpg?v=1785406591","url":"https:\/\/tokyojapancdshop.com\/products\/4582798814206","provider":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}