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Mardoch
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I must admit, when I first heard this lineup, I was not thrilled. Only recognizing three or four of the bands. But I am also one of the older fans of the festival (as Glenn well knows). And so don’t constantly search for new and different bands with a wide range of music diversity. My first thought was Glenn’s aiming for the young fans again. I seriously doubted this would sell out and even worse, it could be the end of the festival … in a rather sad finish. No final show, just pull the plug at the end XVI.
But then I started exploring the bands and listening to some clips. While there are definitely some that won’t appeal to me or some of other older fans (not that I am trying to speak for all fans my age), there’s certainly enough to get my attention and gladly return. Dynazty and Helker certainly could be a hell of a good show. Lots of energy and riffs. Likewise Anathema could be quite good … as long as they steer clear of the 90’s material. The newer stuff certainly has Pink Floyd's atmosphere, almost to the extreme. But I like good emotional music with some epic feel. Other bands are just not my taste. Hibria sounds little too dine-a-dozen speed metal. And Persefone is very off-putting with the extreme vocals. I remember Voyager being pretty good live, even if their albums disappointed. Falconer I have heard of for years but never really explored. They and Morgana Lefay are next on the listening list. As for the bands I am familiar with, Royal Hunt with DC is on the bucket list. Angra with Holy Land is definitely a plus. I kind of gave up on them years ago, but they did put on a good live show at their last PP performance. Riverside I should like but just can’t get into. I own at least the first album. I found it just too brooding and boring. Likewise, I should like Anubis Gate with their progressive metal but they made no impression on me the last time they played. I pulled out the one album I own, Andromeda Unchained, but couldn’t get through it. The vocalist and music are just too disjointed. Maybe their newer albums are better.
Personally I would have liked to have seen one or two more bands I know and love that are not newcomers to the festival (i.e Threshold, Evergrey and Circus Maximus). But I suspect Glenn would say that's too much inbreeding. And he's probably right. But just one of those bands would be great!
Anyway, here’s hoping I am wrong with that first impression and the festival sells out in glorious fashion. I will certainly do my part and buy a ticket as well as promote it.
In the end, to me it’s more than just the bands at the festival. There’s the friends, good times, Atlanta restaurants, and beer. But most all, my type of vacation; so much going on you temporarily forget about the worries of the job and family. I am just there to get lost in a fun and safe festival. May the festival continue for years to come! And when Glenn finally hangs up his hat, I hope someone else continues, if not in the PP name, at least something like it.
OK Glenn, you may now ban me.
But then I started exploring the bands and listening to some clips. While there are definitely some that won’t appeal to me or some of other older fans (not that I am trying to speak for all fans my age), there’s certainly enough to get my attention and gladly return. Dynazty and Helker certainly could be a hell of a good show. Lots of energy and riffs. Likewise Anathema could be quite good … as long as they steer clear of the 90’s material. The newer stuff certainly has Pink Floyd's atmosphere, almost to the extreme. But I like good emotional music with some epic feel. Other bands are just not my taste. Hibria sounds little too dine-a-dozen speed metal. And Persefone is very off-putting with the extreme vocals. I remember Voyager being pretty good live, even if their albums disappointed. Falconer I have heard of for years but never really explored. They and Morgana Lefay are next on the listening list. As for the bands I am familiar with, Royal Hunt with DC is on the bucket list. Angra with Holy Land is definitely a plus. I kind of gave up on them years ago, but they did put on a good live show at their last PP performance. Riverside I should like but just can’t get into. I own at least the first album. I found it just too brooding and boring. Likewise, I should like Anubis Gate with their progressive metal but they made no impression on me the last time they played. I pulled out the one album I own, Andromeda Unchained, but couldn’t get through it. The vocalist and music are just too disjointed. Maybe their newer albums are better.
Personally I would have liked to have seen one or two more bands I know and love that are not newcomers to the festival (i.e Threshold, Evergrey and Circus Maximus). But I suspect Glenn would say that's too much inbreeding. And he's probably right. But just one of those bands would be great!
Anyway, here’s hoping I am wrong with that first impression and the festival sells out in glorious fashion. I will certainly do my part and buy a ticket as well as promote it.
In the end, to me it’s more than just the bands at the festival. There’s the friends, good times, Atlanta restaurants, and beer. But most all, my type of vacation; so much going on you temporarily forget about the worries of the job and family. I am just there to get lost in a fun and safe festival. May the festival continue for years to come! And when Glenn finally hangs up his hat, I hope someone else continues, if not in the PP name, at least something like it.
OK Glenn, you may now ban me.
I only own Anubis Gate's newest album and I am a HUGE fan. Based on some of the things I've read elsewhere, they really upped their game with this disc. I haven't heard any of their other releases so I don't know how true that is. Check out the opening track:
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Just an FYI, Anubis Gate have never performed here and they have a different vocalist since 2011.
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That might explain why they didn't make an impression on me.
And new vocalist is definitely an improvement. So that might make three new bands to check out. Damn it Glenn, I was trying hard to dislike this lineup.
Mardoch
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Honestly the last two vocalists (as in current and immediately prior) for AG are quite good. Henrik, though...he's fucking magical. If you start at Andromeda Unchained then there's nothing weak going forward. The S/T and Horizons, though...so much yes. Transdimensional Space Goat yes, for me.
Speaking of Anubis Gate, am I the only one a bit confused by them being second on the lineup for a day?
If you had asked me "who's more popular - Anubis Gate or Falconer" or "Anubis Gate or Royal Hunt", I probably would've assumed it was pretty even. I don't know if that means I overimagined AG's popularity, or if that I just underestimated how popular some of the other bands playing next year are.
If you had asked me "who's more popular - Anubis Gate or Falconer" or "Anubis Gate or Royal Hunt", I probably would've assumed it was pretty even. I don't know if that means I overimagined AG's popularity, or if that I just underestimated how popular some of the other bands playing next year are.
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I thought they were bigger than a 2 slot too, but definitely not as big as any of the bands at the 4 slot or higher. I'm guessing they're behind Morgana Lefay to put the higher energy band later in the day.
As much as I love Voyager, and was BLOWN AWAY by them seeing them open for Rhapsody in Worcester a few years ago, I kind of wish they didn't have the 75 minute set. I wish either ML or AG got that set instead.
Oh well. Can't wait for the fest regardless. So far, I want to catch EVERY SINGLE BAND playing.
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I'm going to wait until it's close to a sell out before I make a decision. Unless AngraRules books someone I'd really like to see. Or, this Andrew WK nonsense is put to rest.
Mardoch
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Mardoch
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Ticket purchased. I'm officially going to my first ProgPower. Now for the longest eleven month wait I've ever had to endure. But I have no doubt it'll be worth it!
BTW, thank you so much for posting the Ticketmaster link- that really made it easy!
BTW, thank you so much for posting the Ticketmaster link- that really made it easy!
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I'm going to wait until it's close to a sell out before I make a decision. Unless AngraRules books someone I'd really like to see. Or, this Andrew WK nonsense is put to rest.
For what it's worth, if it keeps you from coming, I'll buy two tickets.
Azrael LenGraden
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Hibria is my new favorite Power Metal band... never heard of them until the announcement... REALLY like them now... and I got my dad the new Anubis Gate...I think he will really like them!
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