Australian masters of progressive metal TERAMAZE have released a new single, “Step Right Up,” today from their highly anticipated 11th full-length album, “Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace“, that’s out May 24th via Wells Music.
Commenting on the concept behind the new song, vocalist/guitarist Dean Wells states:
“‘Step Right Up’ begins with a mesmerizing melody that swirls like colorful circus tents under a starlit sky. The music carries you into Eli’s world, where the towering big top beckons with promises of wonder and adventure. As Eli steps into the Halo circus, the music crescendos with a sense of anticipation, mirroring his excitement and apprehension.
The progressive elements in the music reflect Eli’s journey within the circus, where each act and performer unveils layers of complexity and mystery. The rhythm builds and shifts like the ebb and flow of the circus crowd, drawing listeners deeper into the enchanting world of Halo.
Amidst the spectacle, Eli discovers a newfound sense of freedom, but beneath the surface, there’s an undercurrent of uncertainty. The music reflects this duality, blending moments of exhilaration with hints of darkness lurking in the shadows.
As Eli delves further into the circus’s inner workings, the music evolves, incorporating intricate melodies and unexpected twists that mirror his journey of self-discovery. With each step, the music propels him forward, urging him to confront the secrets hidden within the Halo circus and ultimately, within himself.
‘Step Right Up’ isn’t just a song—it’s a sonic odyssey that transports listeners into the heart of Eli’s transformative experience, inviting them to join him on a journey of discovery, liberation, and ultimately, redemption.“
With “Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace“, Australia’s metallic innovators TERAMAZE continue to push their craft and the entire genre forward into the furthest realms of innovative sound. Replete with mind-blowing musicianship and mesmerizing songwriting, the band’s impending record is the final chapter in their Halo trilogy, following the storylines of 2015’s “Her Halo” and 2021’s “Sorella Minore”.
Commenting on the record’s continued epic saga, the band states:
“We began with a story of betrayal, love, and wonder told through the album Her Halo. We continued that tale through to a climactic finish with the epic suite Sorella Minore. And now, we have finally brought to you the third instalment of the Halo Saga, to bring the whole story together. We take you not forward in time, but to the very beginning…
Eli – A Wonderful Fall from Grace takes us to A Place Called Halo, the circus where it all began in the height of it’s popularity. Eli, a shipwreck survivor discovers the travelling tented landscape, and becomes the star attraction… but at a terrible price.
Along with a full length concept album, we finally release the short story that sparked this spell binding concept all those years ago.
Every story has a beginning, and so is Eli – A Wonderful Fall from Grace.”
About TERAMAZE:
Teramaze, the Progressive Metal Titans, captivate audiences with their intricate melodies, powerful rhythms, and thought-provoking lyrics.
Hailing from Australia, the band has solidified their place in the international metal scene with their unique blend of technical prowess and emotive storytelling.
Lead by guitarist, singer and founding member Dean Wells, Teramaze’s music weaves together elements of progressive, thrash, and melodic metal, creating a sound that pushes the boundaries of the genre.
Teramaze came to be known as one of the most prolific progressive metal bands boasting 3 full-length albums in the span of 12 months, from 2020-2021 during the global pandemic. These albums created a mass of new fans, as well as keeping the existing ones excited, engaged and craving more.
With critically acclaimed albums like “Esoteric Symbolism“, “Her Halo’“and “I Wonder“, Teramaze continues to surpass expectations, delivering intense and unforgettable live performances that leave audiences in awe.
In 2023 Teramaze played some great live shows, most notably, supporting Swedish metal outfit Avatar and headlining Prog Power Europe festival in the Netherlands.
Their new album ‘Eli: A Wonderful Fall from Grace’, further showcases their evolution as a band and solidifies their status as one of the most diverse and conceptual acts in modern progressive metal.
Eli: A Wonderful Fall From Grace Tracklisting:
- A Place Called Halo
- The Will of Eli
- Step Right Up
- I Mantissa
- Madam Roma
- Standing Ovation
- Hands Are Tied
- A Wonderful Fall From Grace
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