Release Date: April 11th, 2025
Format: CD/Vinyl
Country: Australia
Founded in Brisbane in 2015 by guitarist Anthony Willis and vocalist Lachlan Neate, Valhalore
quickly established themselves as one of Australia’s most exciting metal
exports. Their blend of melodic death, power, symphonic, and folk elements
struck a chord with audiences at home and abroad. After their debut album “Voyage
Into Eternity” in 2017, they toured extensively across Australia, Japan, and
Europe, building a reputation for soaring live performances. Even the global
shutdown couldn’t halt their progress — instead, the band focused on writing
and recording their second full-length, which arrives now in the form of “Beyond
The Stars”.
Vocalist Lachlan Neate leads the charge with a wide range
that shifts between harsh growls, soaring clean lines, and even cello and
mandolin contributions, reinforcing the band’s layered approach. The
instrumental work is equally dynamic, with melodic guitar harmonies, thundering
drumming, and atmospheric woodwinds woven seamlessly into the soundscape. The
result is an album that’s adventurous and cohesive, carrying listeners through
moments of triumph, reflection, and discovery.
“Beyond The Stars” stands as an album that expands their vision and cements their place among the leading voices in modern symphonic and folk-infused metal. It is vibrant, well-constructed, and brimming with passion, the kind of release that not only satisfies long-time fans but also has the potential to draw in new listeners worldwide.
Score: 7.5
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