ATTILA

4th album from 2019 by this veteran Dutch Heavy Metal band formed in 1983 in Amersfoort. Released almost two decades after "True Grit" (2000), "Solace" marked ATTILA's long-awaited return to the studio, proving that time had done nothing to diminish the spirit of a band that had spent more than three decades proudly carrying the banner of classic European Heavy Metal. Rather than following passing trends, the group remained faithful to its roots, delivering a release built on strength, melody and experience.

More than thirty-five years after its formation, ATTILA displays remarkable songwriting maturity on "Solace" while fully preserving the energy that characterized its finest releases. The album successfully blends the power of classic Heavy Metal with subtle Hard Rock and Power Metal influences, supported by a strong and modern production that highlights the quality of the material. Within the band's catalog, this release stands as a confident reaffirmation of its musical identity and a clear demonstration that veteran bands can still deliver relevant and inspired albums.

Recommended for fans of: VENGEANCE, MAD MAX, PRETTY MAIDS, SHY, TNT.