Scandinavian Metal Praise
'Scandinavian Metal Praise' hales from Finland where they got their start back in 2008 with the release of their full-length self-titled debut. On their debut release, the band was female fronted and quickly made a mark for themselves in the Metal community with their heavy praise oriented Metal.
SMP isn't the first band to combine hard hitting riffs with hymns. Back in 1989, Petra released a praise album titled 'Petra Praise:The Rock Cries Out'. Then there was the 1990 release by Pakaderm Records 'The Rock Power Praise Vol 1:The Hymns'. We also find that in 1992 a compilation release called 'Metal Praise' which was comprised of some of the best Metal bands of that era including Rex Scott(Vocalist for X-Sinner & Zion), Rex Carroll(Whitecross), Glenn Kaiser(Rez), and Jim Laverde(Barren Cross) just to mention a few.
SMP isn't the first band to combine hard hitting riffs with hymns. Back in 1989, Petra released a praise album titled 'Petra Praise:The Rock Cries Out'. Then there was the 1990 release by Pakaderm Records 'The Rock Power Praise Vol 1:The Hymns'. We also find that in 1992 a compilation release called 'Metal Praise' which was comprised of some of the best Metal bands of that era including Rex Scott(Vocalist for X-Sinner & Zion), Rex Carroll(Whitecross), Glenn Kaiser(Rez), and Jim Laverde(Barren Cross) just to mention a few.
In 2015, Scandinavian Metal Praise released their sophomore album titled 'Glory & Power Part 1'. Here we find the band performing European inspired Power Metal that hits like a ton of bricks. With this release, they continue in the direction of their debut with their traditional Metaled hymns coupled with modern day praise songs. Were not talking about your grandmother's praise & worship, were talking praise music with an attitude.
Just like on the band's 2008 debut release, the 'Scandinavian Metal Praise' band all wish to remain anonymous so I will do my best to communicate my thoughts about the band mbrs.
Just like on the band's 2008 debut release, the 'Scandinavian Metal Praise' band all wish to remain anonymous so I will do my best to communicate my thoughts about the band mbrs.
At the band's official web site we find the following statement:
"We are a bunch of rockers praising God and His Son Jesus Christ with our instruments."
"We are a bunch of rockers praising God and His Son Jesus Christ with our instruments."
The female Vocals on SMP's self-titled album sounded good for a debut release. However, on their 2015 offering, you can tell that her Vocals are a bit stronger and occasionally accompanied with more grit. We also find that there is now an additional male lead Vocalist and we often find them both singing together in strong duet form.
The male Vocals add more depth to this sophomore project. Some of the Vocal work by the male singer really captures your attention and draws you into the music. Our male Vocalist delivers with grit and can easily reach those higher notes that can be hard to reach for others. As he grows and matures in consistency then we could quite possibly be witnessing the next Rob Rock of christian Metal music. Some of the tunes where his delivery stands out and shines can be found in "Lion Of Judah" , "Mighty To Save" , "In The Presence Of Angels" , "My Redeemer Lives" ,and "Via Dolorosa". I hope we will hear more from this Vocalist because what we are hearing here is a lot of power and potential.
The guitar work on this album shreds hard and really has a big impact on making this a desirable album to add to any collection. The abilities of the guitarist has either drastically improved or we are hearing the riff work of a new Finnish shredder. Also, for those who like to hear the axe chop away, there are some killer memorial guitar solos throughout this release. To show the level of guitar play, one only has to listen to track 4 "Lion Of Judah"where the guitar noodling reminds me of the same style of guitar play found througout the Signum Regis 2013 'Exodus' release.
The keyboardist does a good job of adding the right subtle touches here and there throughout the album.
Our percussion team both make their presence known here as we hear the pounding of the drums keeping time and the bass giving us a heavier-fuller sound.
As you can imagine, with the tunes all being praise songs, the lyrics are all Jesus Christ centered.
The lead male Vocalist gives us another strong performance on the last tune on the album "Pon Aceite en Mi Lampara". This tune is sung in Spanish and simply means "Put Oil in My Lamp".
It has been 8 years since we have heard from this talented Finnish Metal band and I hope we want have to wait another 8 to hear from them again. At the band's Facebook page, the band released the following comment about the process of completing the new album: "At least it seems that time wise we can beat Noah's ark building project. It took approx 120 years to build the ark, and although the album process has so far taken about 6 years, and there has been a lot of delays etc., we have a good chance to make it before 120. Praise to YHWH!"
As a gift to the world, Scandinavian Metal Praise is offering their 2015 album as a free download at their home site: http://www.scandinavianmetalpraise.com
As a gift to the world, Scandinavian Metal Praise is offering their 2015 album as a free download at their home site: http://www.scandinavianmetalpraise.com
Scandinavian Metal Praise released the following statement concerning salvation:
"There is no other way to be saved except by Yeshua(Jesus). You might think that you are on the way to Heaven because you’re a member of some spiritual institution and you’re doing your best, but the fact and the good news is: doing your best is not enough, neither will a church membership save you.
The Bible tells us that all our righteous acts are like filthy rags in and of themselves (Isaiah 64:6).
Without Yeshua, we are all trapped in lives of sin, to a greater or lesser degree.
The Bible tells us that “All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23). It also says that without Him,
no one is righteous (Romans 3:10).
Yeshua is the son of God come in the flesh. He was crucified so that we might have forgiveness of our sins. His pure blood was shed on our behalf on the cross of Calvary.
If your truth about salvation is something else than the truth about Yeshua, you will die without the truth about forgiveness."
"There is no other way to be saved except by Yeshua(Jesus). You might think that you are on the way to Heaven because you’re a member of some spiritual institution and you’re doing your best, but the fact and the good news is: doing your best is not enough, neither will a church membership save you.
The Bible tells us that all our righteous acts are like filthy rags in and of themselves (Isaiah 64:6).
Without Yeshua, we are all trapped in lives of sin, to a greater or lesser degree.
The Bible tells us that “All have sinned, and come short of the glory of God.” (Romans 3:23). It also says that without Him,
no one is righteous (Romans 3:10).
Yeshua is the son of God come in the flesh. He was crucified so that we might have forgiveness of our sins. His pure blood was shed on our behalf on the cross of Calvary.
If your truth about salvation is something else than the truth about Yeshua, you will die without the truth about forgiveness."
If you have been looking for some praise music to add to your collection but have a hard time getting into run-of-the-mill church oriented praise then check out this new Scandinavian Metal Praise album. Don't forget to download your copy for free at the link above in green and release the Metal within.
Musicians:
Wish to remain anonymous
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