Choirs Of Veritas hails from Italy and was formed by keyboardist-Davide Scuteri back in December of 2015. Choirs Of Veritas plays European Neoclassical Power Metal with Symphonic touches in the veins of bands like Stratovarius, Gloriam Dei and Northern Flame. Choirs Of Veritas is a Christian Metal project that literally means “Choirs Of Truth”, symbolizing the union between music and the spiritual truth attributable to Jesus Christ. “I Am the Way, the Truth and the Life”[John 14.6]. The band is comprised of six musicians including Vocalist-Davide Schiavi, Mexxosoprano-Eliana Sanna, Guitarist-Roberto Curtoni, Bassist-Cesare Ferrari, Keyboardist/Composer-Davide Scuteri, Flutist-Alessandro Baglioni & Drummer-Federico Paulovich .
The band has one lead primary Vocalist in Davide Schiavi and a secondary Vocalist in Eliana Sanna who delivers in a traditional Opera style vocal. If you aren't into opera then don't let that scare you away from this killer project because the operatic vocal work is by no means overly done here. Vocalist Davide Schiavi's delivery fits perfectly with the Power Metal arrangements of the band as he mixes things up with varying delivery styles, hooks and excitement. If I was to compare his vocal style with another then I would have to say that he sounds similar to Finnish Vocalist Timo Kotipelto(Stratovarius).
When one thinks of Opera maybe the first thing that comes to mind is the work of traditional Opera Vocalist-Andre Bocelli or maybe Vocalist-Luciano Pavaratti. Then there's Contemporary Opera vocalists such as Josh Groban & Sarah Brightman whom have both taken traditional elements from the past and added their modern flairs to it in order to reach a broader audience. Choirs Of Veritas is the latest band to draw from Classical Opera adding Operatic touches to Heavy Metal by means of a second Vocalist-Eliana Sanna. Female Vocalist-Eliana Sanna is from Argentina and takes up a secondary Vocal position infusing her powerful touches throughout this project. Choirs Of Veritas isn't the first christian Metal band to add elements of Opera to their music as we have seen the fusion of Operatic Vocals mixed with a Metal style delivery from well known Vocalist-Eric Clayton(Saviour Machine).
The band has one lead primary Vocalist in Davide Schiavi and a secondary Vocalist in Eliana Sanna who delivers in a traditional Opera style vocal. If you aren't into opera then don't let that scare you away from this killer project because the operatic vocal work is by no means overly done here. Vocalist Davide Schiavi's delivery fits perfectly with the Power Metal arrangements of the band as he mixes things up with varying delivery styles, hooks and excitement. If I was to compare his vocal style with another then I would have to say that he sounds similar to Finnish Vocalist Timo Kotipelto(Stratovarius).
When one thinks of Opera maybe the first thing that comes to mind is the work of traditional Opera Vocalist-Andre Bocelli or maybe Vocalist-Luciano Pavaratti. Then there's Contemporary Opera vocalists such as Josh Groban & Sarah Brightman whom have both taken traditional elements from the past and added their modern flairs to it in order to reach a broader audience. Choirs Of Veritas is the latest band to draw from Classical Opera adding Operatic touches to Heavy Metal by means of a second Vocalist-Eliana Sanna. Female Vocalist-Eliana Sanna is from Argentina and takes up a secondary Vocal position infusing her powerful touches throughout this project. Choirs Of Veritas isn't the first christian Metal band to add elements of Opera to their music as we have seen the fusion of Operatic Vocals mixed with a Metal style delivery from well known Vocalist-Eric Clayton(Saviour Machine).
Its worth noting that the band is already making waves in the Metal community having been featured in the well respected magazine-'Rock Hard Italy'.
Some bands that have played a part in influencing the band's sound are Mehida, Theocracy, Cain's Offering, Divinefire, Sonata Arctica, Stratovarius, Nightwish and more...
In 2017 Choirs Of Veritas took the Metal community by storm with the release of their debut album/project
'I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life'. While listening to this release I can't help but notice chills running up and down my arms and legs because this is how it's done!
This album was released on Underground Symphony Records which is an Italian record label that specializes in Metal productions. Larsen Premoli is responsible for mixing the album for the band which he did in his studio-'Rec Lab Studios'. The album's cover art was created by artist-Mattias Norén who has also worked with such bands as Kamelot, Epica, Sabaton, Evergrey, Raintime along with many others.
'I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life'. While listening to this release I can't help but notice chills running up and down my arms and legs because this is how it's done!
This album was released on Underground Symphony Records which is an Italian record label that specializes in Metal productions. Larsen Premoli is responsible for mixing the album for the band which he did in his studio-'Rec Lab Studios'. The album's cover art was created by artist-Mattias Norén who has also worked with such bands as Kamelot, Epica, Sabaton, Evergrey, Raintime along with many others.
The Guitars are managed by Roberto Curtoni who shreds with the best unleashing some blistering riffs from the opening track to the last. Curtoni ups the ante by delivering up some Neoclassical guitar movements that are reminiscent of that of Narnia's past efforts.
Federico Paulovich(Destrage) is the madman behind the kit unleashing his furry with every punishing strike of the skins. For those into Thrash Metal, there's a few tracks where he delivers up some Thrash style Drum techniques. Paulovich intensifies the album in key moments by putting the pedal to the metal with plenty of double bass pedal action.
Bassist-Cesare Ferrari's percussion work doesn't go unnoticed on this debut release and is given plenty of moments to surface and shine.
In the following, the band gives us some detailed insight into their release - 'I Am The Way, The Truth, And The Life':
"The project is born from Davide Scuteri’s mind, keyboardist and composer, principally as offer to God, due to a personal need to thank Him for the wonderful gift of music.
The purpose is to unite the love for God and metal music, fighting stereotypes assuming the choice to follow a Christian way of life automatically means closing our minds, and that playing metal music equals to a prayer to the devil.
The project goal is to be a praise symbol, but not just for the sake of itself. That’s why lyrics play a central role and every single word and meaning has been searched and analyzed drawing inspiration from the Holy Bible, with the intent to send a practical message to all the listeners, believers or not, trying to supply a full understanding of situations and difficulties of every day, the meaning of our choices, the reason for suffering, but also trying to understand what is God’s message through His Word."
"The project is born from Davide Scuteri’s mind, keyboardist and composer, principally as offer to God, due to a personal need to thank Him for the wonderful gift of music.
The purpose is to unite the love for God and metal music, fighting stereotypes assuming the choice to follow a Christian way of life automatically means closing our minds, and that playing metal music equals to a prayer to the devil.
The project goal is to be a praise symbol, but not just for the sake of itself. That’s why lyrics play a central role and every single word and meaning has been searched and analyzed drawing inspiration from the Holy Bible, with the intent to send a practical message to all the listeners, believers or not, trying to supply a full understanding of situations and difficulties of every day, the meaning of our choices, the reason for suffering, but also trying to understand what is God’s message through His Word."
"Religiosity"
You address me reciting empty words that don't come from your heart
And you repeat poetry to the wind I'm alive, why don't you speak with Me indeed?
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am This is the right way to address me
You repeat your cold ceremonies without even knowing the reason why
Then you turn your head and forget Me but I'm here waiting for you to notice Me
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am
This is the right way to address me
Keyboard solo by Federico De Biase
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am
This is the right way to address me
Why you call me, Lord, and don't do the things which I say?
You give me glory with your mouth but not with your deeds
I didn't want holocausts, I don't want poetry
Don't you believe you're reaching Me praying fake divinities
For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, my son: Jesus Christ
You address me reciting empty words that don't come from your heart
And you repeat poetry to the wind I'm alive, why don't you speak with Me indeed?
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am This is the right way to address me
You repeat your cold ceremonies without even knowing the reason why
Then you turn your head and forget Me but I'm here waiting for you to notice Me
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am
This is the right way to address me
Keyboard solo by Federico De Biase
I created all humanity to walk hand in hand together
All I really want is to have a relationship with you
I don't care about the rituality if you don't practice My Word
Don't give into religiosity, don't give into the fiction
But if you'll seek Me with sincere heart and if you'll love Me and love your next one
When you will call, I'll answer: here I Am
This is the right way to address me
Why you call me, Lord, and don't do the things which I say?
You give me glory with your mouth but not with your deeds
I didn't want holocausts, I don't want poetry
Don't you believe you're reaching Me praying fake divinities
For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, my son: Jesus Christ
(Track 12 "Grace" is a cover of Mehida's tune "Grace" off of their debut 2007 album 'Blood & Water'. This has always been one of my all time faves by Mehida and Choirs Of Veritas does a great cover of this killer track.)
If I was only going to purchase one album within the next two months I would make this 2017 release by Choirs Of Veritas that album! If you are into Power Metal especially that of the European nature, then do yourself a favor by obtaining a copy of this band's work. If you like bands like Stratovarius, Nightwish, Northern Flame, or Gloriam Dei then you are going to find plenty to like here with Choirs Of Veritas.
Purchases can be made at the following links:
Spotify:
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Musicians:
Davide Schiavi-Vocals
Eliana Sanna-Mezzosoprano
Roberto Curtoni-Guitars
Cesare Ferrari-Bass
Davide Scuteri-Keyboardist/Composer
Alessandro Baglioni-Flute
Federico Paulovich(Destrage)-Drums
Davide Schiavi-Vocals
Eliana Sanna-Mezzosoprano
Roberto Curtoni-Guitars
Cesare Ferrari-Bass
Davide Scuteri-Keyboardist/Composer
Alessandro Baglioni-Flute
Federico Paulovich(Destrage)-Drums