Energema is a five piece Power Metal outfit formed by lead Guitarist-Nicolas Waldo in the band's home land of Bogotá, Colombia. Like the band Narnia, to convey truth, Energema uses symbolism found in the books of 'The Cronicles of Narnia by British writer C.S. Lewis along with some ancient stories of the biblical world.
The band states: "Energema, although it is a young project, has the experience of years of its members within the music, and this experience is very important for Energema because the band has all necessary quality standards required within the Power Metal around the world."
Energema delivers the sound and arrangements, along with an all out Metal assault, that this listener has been waiting a long time to hear. Energema performes at a higher caliber of play than most bands in the same genre and should definitely garner the attention of the Metal community.
Concerning the meaning behind the band's name Lead Guitarist Nicolas Waldo had the following to say: "About the meaning of the word Energema, Energema is "The Divine power for to Creation". "The word's root is a Greek word." "Other meanings are: 1. Thing wrought 2. Effect operation" Nicolas further states that the band takes the idea for their name from 1 Corinthians 12:6 which states:
The band states: "Energema, although it is a young project, has the experience of years of its members within the music, and this experience is very important for Energema because the band has all necessary quality standards required within the Power Metal around the world."
Energema delivers the sound and arrangements, along with an all out Metal assault, that this listener has been waiting a long time to hear. Energema performes at a higher caliber of play than most bands in the same genre and should definitely garner the attention of the Metal community.
Concerning the meaning behind the band's name Lead Guitarist Nicolas Waldo had the following to say: "About the meaning of the word Energema, Energema is "The Divine power for to Creation". "The word's root is a Greek word." "Other meanings are: 1. Thing wrought 2. Effect operation" Nicolas further states that the band takes the idea for their name from 1 Corinthians 12:6 which states:
1 Corinthians 12:6
"And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all."
"And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all."
I found that energema comes from the Greek work energéō and the definition of energéō is: "engaged in," energize, working in a situation which brings it from one stage (point) to the next, like an electrical current energizing a wire, bringing it to a shining light bulb. (My interpretation) - The band is energetically working to shine the light of Christ to a dark world through their high energy filled arrangements.
Energema has exploded onto the Metal scene with the release of their 2016 full-length debut album titled 'The Lion's Forces'. The album was produced by Energema and includes 9 powerful tracks to say the least. 'The Lion's Forces' was released on the Greek record label-Sleaszy Rider Records. Sleaszy Rider Records is a recognized European label of Heavy Metal music who has worked with many bands including Whitesnake, Motorhead, Almah, Place Vendome, Michael Angelo Batio, among others.
Energema's debut is guaranteed to grab the attention of Power Metal fans around the world and is perfect for fans of Gamma Ray, Helloween, Impellitteri and Recon. Power Metal with its driving guitars, powerful drum lines, and uplifting arrangements, has a way of lifting one up and getting them going especially when the band is singing about Jesus - the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
Energema's debut is guaranteed to grab the attention of Power Metal fans around the world and is perfect for fans of Gamma Ray, Helloween, Impellitteri and Recon. Power Metal with its driving guitars, powerful drum lines, and uplifting arrangements, has a way of lifting one up and getting them going especially when the band is singing about Jesus - the Lion of the tribe of Judah.
Frontman Alejandro Pinzon(Katarsis Ex: Perpetual Flame) puts on a first class performance for the band relaying plenty of strength and heart felt compassion from track to track. Alejandro's delivery stays in the higher range while occasionally reaching the nose bleed zone. Pinzon is a very impressive soprano Vocalist to say the least and his delivery style fits perfectly with the Power Metal genre. If I had to make a comparison to Alejandro's Vocal style I would have to say that he sounds similar to Rey Parra(Sacred Warrior, Worldview) or Vett Roberts(Recon).
The shred is brought to us from a duo guitar approach by Lead Guitarist-Nicolas Waldo(Vorpal Nomad) & Rythm Guitarist-Andres Parada. Nicolas is one of the fastest guitarist these ears have ever heard not unlike world renowned shredder-Chris Impellitteri. Andres shows no lack of confidence behind the axe as well as he shreds the stage apart with his stellar performance as rhythm guitarist. Nicolas & Andres prove to be a superb team as the guitar work is smooth and makes a big impact for the band on this release.
Lead shredder/founder Nicolas Waldo Began his musical studies at the tender age of 11 with personal piano lessons. At the age of 13 he studied at the Academy Sifonica Juvenil de Colombia where he studied music theory & harmony. Then, at a little academy in Bogota, Nicolas began studying Drums. Within that same year, having been influenced by bands like Yngwie Malmsteen, Stratovarius, Symphony X, Rhapsody, among others, he began to play the Electric Guitar. Then, In 2005 at the age of 19, Nicolas studied at the University El Bosque where he graduated as a professional musician & sound engineer.
Bassist-Daniel Pinzon helps to keeping the band's sound full and heavy with his bass lines while Mauricio Landinez keeps time for the band from behind the kit. Mauricio brings this project to life as he punishes the skins and brings them to submission.
One tune that sticks out as different from the others on this 2016 release is the track "Deep Magic from the Dawn" which is a progressive power ballad. I have to say I'm a sucker for tracks like this which build as they progress along the way.
The lyrics to Energema's 'The Lion's Forces' are thought provoking as one can see in the following lyrics:
"Eternity"
Your time is finished
You'll never return
And your mind is erased from your soul
You thought you could control
Your life until the end
But death has come for you
One Door opens
In two eternity
In front of your eyes
It's not a dream it's your reality
You can't return
There is no turning back
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
Today!
You laugh without pause
You tease with wickedness
You live believing nothing will happen
Your life is powder
Your necessity to a trial awaits
For your bad actions
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
The End is here
Your Time has finished
Two dimensions will open
Where will you go?
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
Your time is finished
You'll never return
And your mind is erased from your soul
You thought you could control
Your life until the end
But death has come for you
One Door opens
In two eternity
In front of your eyes
It's not a dream it's your reality
You can't return
There is no turning back
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
Today!
You laugh without pause
You tease with wickedness
You live believing nothing will happen
Your life is powder
Your necessity to a trial awaits
For your bad actions
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
The End is here
Your Time has finished
Two dimensions will open
Where will you go?
Fire!
In Eternity
It's not a legend it's something real
Fire!
In Eternity
Decide to change or you'll feel it!
At this time it should be noted that Energema has two tribute albums out with one for the band Helloween titled 'Kings Will Be Kings' and the other is a tribute for the band Gammaray titled 'Razorblade Sigh'.
If you are looking for some more Power Metal to add to your collection in the veins of Gamma Ray, Helloween, Impellitteri and Recon then you will love Energema's album 'The Lion's Forces'. Do yourself a favor and pick up your copy today at the following link: www.ebay.com/itm/282082469576?ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&_trksid=p3984.m1558.l2649
Musicians:
Alejandro Pinzon - Vocals
Nicolas Waldo - Lead Guitars
Andres Parada - Rhythm Guitars
Daniel Pinzon - Bass
Mauricio Landinez - Drums
Alejandro Pinzon - Vocals
Nicolas Waldo - Lead Guitars
Andres Parada - Rhythm Guitars
Daniel Pinzon - Bass
Mauricio Landinez - Drums