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 01. "Empire" 02. "Porcelain" 03. "Submission" 04. "Saboteur" 05. "Disciple" 06. "Caught in the Afterglow" 07. "The Freeze" 08. "Blood Drinker" 09. "Synchronise" 10. "Impervious"
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| | Description: | â??Charismatic Leadersâ?? is the 3rd studio album & InsideOutMusic debut from Finland-based progressive metallers Wheel. Since forming in 2015, Wheel have swiftly grown from underdogs of Helsinki, Finland, to an international tour de force. The angular riffs, unforgettable melodies and adventurous scope of the trioâ??s 2019 debut, Moving Backwards, was instantly adored by fans of megastars from TOOL to Coheed & Cambria. Then, 2021 followup Resident Human received rave reviews from publications across the planet, praising its sonic evolution and bravely dystopian themes.
â??Charismatic Leadersâ?? was meticulously crafted to meet Wheelâ??s ever-heightening benchmarks, with songwriting dating as far back as 2020 and recording stretching from August to December 2023. â??This is our heavy album,â? Lascelles states. â??For the people who like metal and are into Wheel music, this is the one for them. Itâ??s not like weâ??ve become a caricature of the previous albums, but weâ??ve definitely moved in a more metal direction, and we wanted to make a metal album.â? â??Charismatic Leadersâ?? is destined to be looked back on as a manifesto that equally excited its listeners and made them think about the world around them.
Available as a Limited CD Digipak (including the Rumination EP tracks as bonus) & as Gatefold 180g LP.
- 'Charismatic Leaders' is the 3rd studio album & InsideOutMusic debut from Finland-based progressive metallers Wheel. Since forming in 2015, Wheel have swiftly grown from underdogs of Helsinki, Finland, to an international tour de force. The angular riffs, unforgettable melodies and adventurous scope of the trio's 2019 debut, Moving Backwards, was instantly adored by fans of megastars from TOOL to Coheed & Cambria. Then, 2021 followup Resident Human received rave reviews from publications across the planet, praising it's sonic evolution and bravely dystopian themes. 'Charismatic Leaders' was meticulously crafted to meet Wheel's ever-heightening benchmarks, with songwriting dating as far back as 2020 and recording stretching from August to December 2023. "This is our heavy album," Lascelles states. "For the people who like metal and are into Wheel music, this is the one for them. It's not like we've become a caricature of the previous albums, but we've definitely moved in a more metal direction, and we wanted to make a metal album." 'Charismatic Leaders' is destined to be looked back on as a manifesto that equally excited it's listeners and made them think about the world around them. Available as a Limited CD Digipak (including the Rumination EP tracks as bonus), Gatefold 180g LP & as Digital Album.Issued in a 6-panel digipak with clear tray and an 8-page booklet. Hype sticker on shrink-wrap.
Track durations are not printed on the release.
[Booklet]
Guitar, bass and drums recorded at Area 33 Studio, Stockholm.
Cello recorded at E-Studio, Sippo.
Vocals recorded at JXJ Studios, Helsinki. Charismatic Leaders (CD) by Wheel (InsideOutMusic)
Artist: Wheel
Album: Charismatic Leaders
Label: InsideOutMusic
Genre: Progressive Rock
Release Date: October 27, 2023
Tracklist:
1. Charismatic Leaders
2. The Illusion of Choice
3. The World Is Yours
4. The Price of Power
5. The Fall of Man
6. The New World Order
7. The Machine
8. The Awakening
9. The Revolution
Description:
Charismatic Leaders is the fifth studio album by the German progressive rock band Wheel. The album was released on October 27, 2023, through InsideOutMusic. The album is a concept album that explores the dangers of charismatic leadership and the potential for abuse of power.
The album opens with the title track, "Charismatic Leaders," which sets the tone for the rest of the album. The song is a powerful and anthemic track that warns of the dangers of following charismatic leaders blindly. The second track, "The Illusion of Choice," explores the idea that we are often given the illusion of choice, when in reality, our choices are limited. The third track, "The World Is Yours," is a more optimistic track that encourages listeners to take control of their own lives.
The fourth track, "The Price of Power," explores the dark side of power and the potential for abuse. The fifth track, "The Fall of Man," is a ballad that reflects on the human condition. The sixth track, "The New World Order," is a more experimental track that explores the idea of a new world order. The seventh track, "The Machine," is a heavy and industrial track that represents the dehumanizing effects of technology. The eighth track, "The Awakening," is a more hopeful track that encourages listeners to wake up and see the world for what it really is. The ninth and final track, "The Revolution," is a call to action for listeners to rise up and fight for a better world.
About Wheel:
Wheel is a German progressive rock band that was formed in 2009. The band consists of four members:
- Daniel Fries: Vocals, guitar
- Sebastian Harnack: Bass
- Christoph Scheidereit: Drums
- Michael Schumm: Keyboards
Wheel has released five studio albums, including Charismatic Leaders. The band has toured extensively throughout Europe and North America.
About InsideOutMusic:
InsideOutMusic is a German record label that specializes in progressive rock and metal. The label was founded in 1995 and is based in Hamburg, Germany. InsideOutMusic has released albums by some of the biggest names in progressive rock and metal, including Dream Theater, Opeth, and Porcupine Tree. | | | Cover: |
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19658865842 |
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