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| Global Rock | ||||
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| Studio album by Waltari | ||||
| Released | March 20, 2020 | |||
| Recorded | 2019 | |||
| Genre | Alternative metal, progressive metal, crossover | |||
| Length | 57:16 | |||
| Label | Metalville | |||
| Waltari studio album chronology | ||||
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Global Rock is the thirteenth studio album by the Finnish metal band Waltari. It was released on March 20, 2020, by Metalville. The album continues the band's tradition of blending various musical styles, including alternative metal, progressive metal, and elements of electronic and pop music.[1]
Musical Style and Themes
[edit]As with many of Waltari's albums, Global Rock is known for its eclectic mix of genres, combining heavy metal with pop, techno, and progressive rock influences.
Release and Reception
[edit]Global Rock was met with positive reviews from critics, who praised the album's diverse sound and the band's ability to fuse various genres into a cohesive whole.[2] Fans of the band appreciated the return of Waltari's unique style after the five-year break.[3]
Track Listing
[edit]All tracks are written by Kärtsy Hatakka, except where noted.
| No. | Title | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Postrock" | 4:37 |
| 2. | "Metal Soul" | 4:27 |
| 3. | "Skyline" | 4:00 |
| 4. | "The Way" | 3:59 |
| 5. | "No Sacrifice" | 5:18 |
| 6. | "Sick'n'Tired" | 5:19 |
| 7. | "Boots" | 5:41 |
| 8. | "Going Up the Country" (Canned Heat cover) | 3:11 |
| 9. | "Orleans" | 4:03 |
| 10. | "Had It All" | 3:47 |
| 11. | "And the" | 4:01 |
| 12. | "Sand Witch" | 3:54 |
| 13. | "Beloved" | 5:04 |
| Total length: | 57:16 | |
Personnel
[edit]- Kärtsy Hatakka – Vocals, bass, programming and synth
- Antti Kolehmainen – Guitar, backing vocals and cello
- Kimmo Korhonen – Guitar and growling
- Sami Yli-Sirniö – Guitar
- Jani Holli – Synth and programming
- Jariot Lehtinen – Guitar
- Ville Veikko Vehviläinen – Drums
References
[edit]- ^ "Global Rock". Encyclopaedia Metallum: The Metal Archives. Metal Archives. Retrieved 24 September 2024.
- ^ "Waltari - Global Rock (2020)". Apocalypse Later Music. 19 March 2020. Retrieved 22 September 2024.
Rating: 7/10.
- ^ "WALTARI-Global Rock". HeadBangers Lifestyle. 8 April 2020. Retrieved 22 September 2024.