(Progressive/Power Metal) Event Horizon - Naked on the Black Floor - 2006, MP3, 320 kbps

http://www.metal-archives.com/bands/Event_Horizon/3652
In today's rock and metal, most bands tend to stick to a particular formula or style. But
here and there, a band comes out with something completely different. This can either set
the band apart or be its downfall if it's too over the top. Event Horizon's ambitious album,
Naked on the Black Floor, should be recognized as one of 2006's best debut albums.

Formed in Italy in 1996 and still featuring four original members, Event Horizon (yeah,
like the movie) play an odd mix of music, incorporating power metal, electronics and hints
of nu-metal. While the music is a complete mixture, the vocals of Gianluigi Girardi are
classic metal. His high-pitched scream brings to mind Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Helloween
and other
classic bands. From the album's strange electronic opening we are led into "Deconstructed,"
featuring a Coal Chamber-esque downtuned riff, with Girardi's vocals immediately taking
over. "Bited" is pure power metal, with a disco-like rhythm in the chorus. The slower tempo
of "Again" has melodic riffs and catchy electronics, making for one of the album's stronger
songs. Songs like "The Road To Myself" have a lot going on. From Halloween-like synths, and
several different transitions and surprises, this is what makes Naked on the Black Floor stand
out. The twin guitar attack from Stefano Malacarne and Mario Baffondi is stellar. They
transition from heavy nu-metal chugging, to thrash, to classic soloing with ease. "Zero"'s
opening dance beat leads us in to funky basslines and the album's most memorable chorus. "Dance"
and "funky" are not words usually associated with metal, but Event Horizon pull it off and
still keep things heavy. From start to finish, this album has almost everything that an
open-minded rock or metal fan needs.

Event Horizon brilliantly combine several styles—both metal and non-metal—keeping the
listeners on their toes. It is clear that the band has a passion for classic metal, but the
influences don't stop there. This eclectic mix should enable the band to tour with a variety
of artists. If a label has to be placed on Event Horizon, I'd call it "experimental metal."
The experiment so far is a strong success.

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Gianluigi Girardi - Vocals
Stefano Malacarne - Guitars (lead)
Mario Baffondi - Guitars (rhythm)
Boggio - Bass
Alessandro Baffondi - Drums