Having followed AXEL RUDI PELL since the release of 2004’s Kings And Queens, I knew exactly what to expect on the German guitarist’s 22nd studio album Risen Symbol.
A brief instrumental intro track (“The Resurrection”), a bombastic and energetic opening number (“Forever Strong”), a 7-10 minute epic (“Ankhaia”), and a soulful ballad (“Crying In Pain”). While I am a believer in artists not straying too far from what they’re known for, I’ve kind of had enough of the ARP formula. I can’t imagine I’m the only one.
While the lead-in song “Forever Strong” is an easy hard rocker to enjoy…
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