TERRA ATLANTICA – Age Of Steam

Age Of Steam is the second full-length album from the German Power Metal band Terra Atlantica. The band was formed in 2014 by vocalist Tristan Harders and drummer Nico Hauschildt. The current lineup includes Harders, Hauschildt, bassist Julian Prüfer, and guitarist Frederik Akkermann. Age Of Steam also features several guest musicians and orchestral arrangements.

Age Of Steam is a concept album. The lyrics tell the story of Atlantis rising and using advanced technology to lead an industrial revolution and conflict with The British Empire. The production value of the record is excellent. The instruments are crisp and clear. The performances are spot on. The mix is very good. This is very much a Power Metal record. The influence of bands like Edguy, Avantasia, and Dragonforce is unmistakable.

Age Of Steam contains 11 songs and has a run time of about 56 minutes. Track one, “Rebirth 1815” is really more a theatrical intro than a song. It does contribute to the storyline but isn’t something one would listen to by itself. The record does a good job of taking the listener on a journey. Each song contributes to the totality, and it can be challenging to single out standout tracks apart from that context. “Across The Sea Of Time” and “Quest Into The Sky” are strong, anthemic tracks. “Mermaid’s Isle” is dramatic. Each track has its own emotional piece to add to the record as a whole.

Fans of Terra Atlantica’s previous work and Power Metal fans will enjoy Age Of Steam.

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