Trebendo, Paris - 19/12/2013
François Phoenix / Translation: Zaravasty Luna
Therion was back in Paris after they had announced a short break
because they wanted to focus in their last project, the composition
of their Opera Rock. They’ve changed their mind and decided to take
a chance and proved some samples of their opera in a live show. An
excellent opportunity for their fans to be able to listen them again in
the Parisien Trabendo.
Sond Storm, the Italian symphonic power metal band, began the
night. This band offers something different, especially their vocalist
with a beautiful voice, he is able to reach impressive tunes. It was a
shame their performance was too short. I hope we could see them
again in France with a longer setlist!
Then we had Come, the ‘ovni’ band of the night! Even without this
band the lineup was electrifying, but the Polish boys were oddly
amazing! The music they gave us and the vocalist’s outfit (sleeve-less
white shirt, pink make-up the same color as his sandals) were contrast
with the rest of the bands. Many people weren’t enthusiastic with their
performance. The Polish band wasn’t bad, perhaps we need to listen
this kind of music under another context to appreciate them.
Next, the Russian folklore was invited to Trabendo’s stage with
Arkona, the folk metal band, they arrived as an explosion and light up
the stage! Unexpectedly, the room was freely leaded by the Russian
strength! Through their vocalist, they introduced us in their world,
with flutes and bag pipes blended with the guitar sound, and the
best way to listen them is in a live show. In this moment the room
was completely full, the temperature was increased in favor of the
pagan fight performed on the stage!
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