Release
Date: August 8th, 2025
Format: Digital/CD
Country: Hungary
Formed in Budapest in 2010, Meteora has steadily carved out their place in the
European symphonic metal scene. Over the years, the Hungarian band has grown
into a distinctive unit, balancing heavy riffs with orchestral arrangements and
combining three different vocal approaches. Their discography includes the
albums “Our Paradise”, “Tragedy Of Delusion”, and “…Of Shades And Colours”—the
latter featuring a guest spot from Chris Harms of
Lord Of The Lost and receiving acclaim in
the metal press. Now, fifteen years after their formation, Meteora step into a new chapter with “In This
Silence”, the first in a trilogy of EPs that promise to expand their musical
vision even further.
“In This
Silence” runs at just eighteen minutes, but within that short time it manages
to feel like a complete journey. The title track introduces the EP with
swirling keyboards, heavy riffs, and a vocal interplay that draws attention.
The combination of Noémi Holló’s soaring
voice, Atilla Király’s strong supporting
vocals, and Máté Fülöp’s growls creates an
almost theatrical presence, giving the songs a dramatic edge and character.
The
intensity rises with “Rebirth,” which is urgent and storm-driven, the
instruments pushing forward while Noémi’s
singing cuts through like bright light against the darker backdrop. Here, Meteora sounds confident and distinctly themselves—three
voices weaving into music that feels vast and driven.
“Free,” the first single, stands as the emotional track of the EP. With its message of resistance and unity, it has a strong melodic pull, particularly in the chorus, and the keyboard solo adds a touch of grandeur. It’s easy to see why the band chose this track to introduce the release; it has an inviting energy that bridges their heaviness with accessibility.
Closing
with “Ghosts,” the EP softens into a reflective mood. Piano lines and gentle
vocals create a sense of calm after the storm, and the guitar solo toward the
end lifts the track into something quietly majestic. It’s a thoughtful way to
end the release, leaving a lasting impression rather than a sudden stop.
The
production enhances all these qualities. Mixed by Nino
Helfrich and Dmitry Kim and mastered
by Joel Wanasek, the sound is balanced and
layered. Each element, from the orchestral touches to the rhythm section, has a
place. Added to this are visuals from Dronicon
Films, which extend the atmosphere into the visual realm, particularly
with the video for “Free.”
With “In
This Silence”, Meteora delivers a concise
but powerful EP that’s like a promise of more to come. It is dramatic, melodic,
and carefully constructed, with enough variety in its four tracks to keep the
listener hooked from start to finish. As the first part of a trilogy, it sets
high expectations for what will follow. Fans of Epica,
Leaves’ Eyes, After
Forever, Sirenia rush and have a taste.
Score: 7.6
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