Herc - neue Single + Lyric Video zu "Melian"
Herc announce the release of their new single, Melian, in collaboration with Arno Menses from Subsignal and former member of Sieges Even.
The song is available on all major streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Amazon Music.
Melian presents us with a unique musical mix, with influences from the folk rock scene combined with symphonic metal. With its enchanting atmosphere, addictive melodic elements and excellent vocal performances by Herc and Arno Menses, this song is definitely suitable for fans of Blind Guardian, Nightwish and also Blackmore's Night.
Arno Menses, deified as one of the best singers in the progressive rock/metal scene, adds a special element to Melian with his unsurpassed vocals and emotional presence.
"Working with Arno on this song was one of the most enjoyable experiences I've ever had in my music career," says Iraklis. "His unique voice added colour and energy to the song."
Athena Koumandarou's harp melodies add a new, ethereal dimension to the song, as they blend harmoniously with the orchestrations and create a unique atmospheric effect. "I am proud of Athena's participation in Melian," says Iraklis. "Her talent and creativity are truly remarkable, adding to the song its unique, ethereal atmosphere."
Herc have been making their debut on the music scene since 2016. "I am extremely excited to release new material" declares Iraklis. "I am proud to say that Melian represents the perfect combination of my early sound and the evolution of my musical orientation and style. Working with Arno and Athena on this song took it to another level, and I couldn't be happier with the result."
Melian is just the first taste of what Herc has in store, as they have plenty more music to release and exciting plans for their future. Keep an ear out for more news and updates from Herc in the coming months.
1st Single: Melian
Released on: 15th April 2023
feat. Arno Menses
The first single is a story, as described in the pages of the book “The Silmarillion”, about the Maia Melian and King Thingol, who was enchanted by her ethereal voice, and got lost in the woods of Nan Elmoth.
When they finally met, they became one, a bond that no one could ever break.
Herc feat. Arno Menses – Melian (OFFICIAL LYRIC VIDEO): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wShmBBrue-4
“May you enjoy this one, as much, as the people who got involved
and/or have already listen to its earlier versions.
Epic Regards”
Herc
Guest Musicians
Arno Menses
Athena Koumantarou
Andie Vahou
Additional choirs by Natalia & Savina Choraiti
About Herc & his enchanted journeys
Herc started out as a one-man project by Iraklis Choraitis (ex-Arkenstone (GR)), an independent musician and composer who drew inspiration for the project's music and themes mainly from the works of J.R.R. Tolkien. With a musical style influenced by bands like Blind Guardian, Insomnium, Empyrium, and Bathory, as well as rock bands such as Styx and Blackmore's Night, Iraklis was and still is, the driving force behind Herc's unique sound.
In 2005, Herc released his first unofficial collection of audio songs based on Poe and Tolkien's poems, titled Of Perilous Realms... and other stories.
In 2016, Herc officially released its first self-funded album, Towards the Mountains, which is based on Tolkien's book, The Hobbit. The album featured former members of Arkenstone, as well as: Dimitris "Nekropethamenos" Ioakimoglou (Anorimoi), Jürgen "Mob" Böttcher (Rodgau Monotones).
With the addition of lead guitarist Panayotis Mavrakis, Herc is now in the process of mixing its upcoming album, Of Light & Darkness, which is set for release in the summer of 2023.
The band is exploring new perspectives for collaboration and aims to create and share as much music as possible.
Line-up:
Herc
All vocals, choirs, narrations, all guitars, bass guitar, keyboards, orchestrations, drums arrangements & programming.
Panayotis Mavrakis
Lead & Solo Guitars on tracks
2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12.
Herc - Of Light & Darkness
Tracklist:
1. Behold your music (intro)
2. Of silver and gold
3. Mahal
4. Of light and darkness
5. Melian (feat. Arno Menses, Album Version)
6. Onwards to Eldamar
7. Spirit of fire
8. Seeds of hatred
9. As darkness falls
10. Beneath the gloomy veil of agony
11. Of Gonnhirim
12. Doriath
13. A celestial dance
14. A celestial dance (Demo version)
Running Time: 1H 48M
Recorded at Perilous home studio
Mixed by Herc
Mastered by CloudBounce
For more info visit:
https://hercband.gr
Quelle: Herc