If you haven’t heard of Rhapsody
yet and you consider yourself a metalhead, then you may want to re-access
your preferred music choice. They are one of the bands that could be considered
among the leaders of symphonic power metal, like Blind Guardian and Stratovarius.
Power metal runs through the veins of this well-know and talented Italian
band. Even though Rhapsody have been around for years, “Live In Canada
2005” is their first live album. It was recorded at the Metropolis
in Montreal, Canada on June 14, 2005. This release captures their amazing
melodic melodies; fastidious, catchy, galloping rhythms; powerful singing
vocals; inspiring leads and screaming solos all in a live atmosphere. And
the music quality is quite impressive for a live show. Job well done! Things
tend to happen like that when a band has as much musicianship as Rhapsody.
Also included are spoken words parts that I believe are the well know actor
Christopher Lee. Many of their classics songs are part of the setlist. The
first of which is an intro and the last is an outro. “Wisdom Of The
Kings,” “The Village Of Dwarves,” “Dawn Of Victory,”
“The March Of The Swordmaster” and ”Emerald Sword”
all grace you with their presence on the eleven tracks and over sixty minutes
of epic symphonic power metal. Only one other thing you need to know about
“Live in Canada 2005”before you purchase yours…there are
two different releases for this disc. One has the complete show, and the
other in a limited edition CD package that not only includes the show in
5.1 SurroundSound, but also has a DVD with exclusive behinds the scenes
material. So make sure you get the one you want!
Rating: 86
Reviewed By: Jeffrey D. Adkins |
