{"product_id":"4582798814602","title":"LIGHTNING STRIKES The King Is Victorious Japan Music CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\nA quintessential heavy power metal band from LA, featuring full participation from Norifumi Shima of Concerto Moon! A fantastic album with explosive stylistic guitar work! Lightning Strikes is a heavy metal band based in Los Angeles on the West Coast of the United States. The band, centered around drummer Karpis Maxdian, was active from 1984 to 1987, but ceased activities without releasing an album. Then, 24 years later, in 2011, the band reunited, and finally released their self-titled debut album in 2016. This lineup included Rob Mas, guitarist of LEATHERWOLF, and featured guest vocals from Tony Martin and Derek Sherinian (key), among others. With Roy Z handling the mixing, the worldwide production attracted significant attention, even charting on import album charts in Japan. Now, 10 years later, their long-awaited second album is finally being released! For this album, leader Karpis, who has a deep understanding of Japanese metal, asked Norifumi Shima of CONCERTO MOON, a big fan of his, to play guitar, and Shima readily agreed, participating fully! His signature style of guitar solos are featured throughout the entire album! Furthermore, Yngwie Malmsteen, Michael Schenker, and Barry Sparks, familiar from B'z, participate on bass! He delivers a powerful and impactful performance! Derek, who also made a guest appearance on the previous album, participates again, showcasing his melodic phrases. It takes on the appearance of a supergroup. The songs are full of tracks that fans will drool over, fusing emotional, classic metal with stylish guitar work! A powerful album that is sure to attract attention has been completed! Includes bonus tracks on the Japanese edition! Liner notes\/lyrics with translations and member interviews included! 1. Fear Of Unknown 6:56 2. Voices In My Head 5:00 3. Clash Of Battalions 3:48 4. The King Is Victorious 9:29 5. Aim And Shoo 3:36 6. Lucid Dreams 4:14 7. New Beginning 4:57 8. Masquerade Suit 4:01 9. The King is Victorious (Instrumental Version)* 6:40 *Bonus Track for Japan Liner notes\/lyrics and translation included Interview with Karpis Maxdian (drums) included! Produced by Karpis Maksudian, mixed \u0026amp; mastered by Dario Mollo, Arrangement by Karpis Maksudian, Mariano Gardella: All Vocals, Norifumi Shima: Lead Guitar, Barry Sparks: Bass, Karpis Maksudian: Drums, Derek Sherinian: All Keyboards, Kai Brocks: Artwork \/ Art Direction. Special Guests for ?gThe King Is Victorious?h extended solo: Takehiko ?gShake?h Kogure, Craig Goldy, Rowan Robertson, Mark Zavon, Dario Mollo, Rob Math, Michael T. Ross\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53224872280373,"sku":"4582798814602","price":4300.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/5966\/5973\/files\/615fRF0AVyL._AC.jpg?v=1785321101","url":"https:\/\/tokyojapancdshop.com\/products\/4582798814602","provider":"TOKYO JAPAN CD SHOP","version":"1.0","type":"link"}