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Description:
Memorial Roots is an album by Brainstorm, released in 2009. The album is a heavy metal CD. -
Issued in a standard jewel case with clear tray and a 16-page booklet. Hype sticker on plastic foil.
Track durations are not printed on the release.
[Booklet]
Drums & vocals recorded at Gate Studios/Wolfsburg; May-June 09.
Guitars & bass recorded at "Storm-Your-Brain" Studios/Heidenheim; June-July 09.
Mixed at Pathway Studios; Aug. 2009.
Mastered at Gate Studios; Aug. 2009.
[CD and back cover]
[P]+[C] 2009 AFM Records GmbH.
"Memorial Roots" is a powerful heavy metal CD by the German band Brainstorm, released under the renowned label AFM Records. The album combines driving riffs, melodic hooks and a dense, dark atmosphere, delivering a modern yet classic-sounding power metal experience. Across its tracks, "Memorial Roots" showcases sharp guitar work, dynamic drumming and anthemic choruses that are equally suited for intense listening sessions and the live stage. Thoughtful lyrics and varied song structures make the record interesting even after many plays, balancing aggression and melody in a way that fans of European metal will appreciate. The production emphasizes clarity and punch, allowing each instrument and the strong, expressive vocals to unfold their full impact.
Brainstorm are a long-standing German metal band known for their solid, riff-oriented power metal and energetic performances. Over the years, they have built a loyal international fanbase through consistent studio albums and numerous live shows, especially in the European metal scene. Their reputation is based on musical reliability, powerful songwriting and an unmistakable sound that stands out within the genre. "Memorial Roots" fits seamlessly into their body of work and underlines why the band is considered a dependable force in modern heavy/power metal.
AFM Records is a German record label specialized in hard rock and heavy metal, known for its close collaboration with established acts and promising newcomers from the scene. The label has helped shape the European metal landscape with a catalog that ranges from melodic power metal to harder, more modern forms of metal. AFM Records is appreciated by fans for high production standards, carefully curated signings and long-term artist development. With "Memorial Roots," the label once again underlines its competence in presenting strong, guitar-driven metal releases to an international audience.