Seeking for new bands like HEAT and W.E.T

[Guest kantagara]

I just wanted to ask you guys could you recommend me some band that sounds like one of those bands mentioned in the subject, because I've become huge AOR fan in a past year, and I haven't found out any band that has perfect balance of melody, drums (this is the biggest request, because a lot of AOR bands I seeked for had some very very soft drums), vocals, basically every aspect of their songs is unbelievable... Thank you in advance...

[The Rocker]

Eclipse

Sunstorm

Place Vendome

House Of Lords

Treat

[tts42572]

I'm with you...I actually thought about making this same post yesterday.

 

I grew up a fan of the 80's scene, with Def Leppard being my favorite band and Hysteria being my favorite album of all time if I had to pick one. Also got into many of the other 80's bands like Crue, GNR, Bon Jovi, etc...They were all essentially melodic "Arena" rock IMO. For me, it's all about the harmonies, riffs, drums, hooks, layered vocals combined together with great production. However, I've also got to like the lead singer because there are quite a few bands I've tried to listen to that had many of the elements I mentioned but just didn't like the signer....Grand Design is one to comes to mind...Lots of good elements and Def Leppard style production....But the signer just doesn't do it for me.

 

I tend to like the slightly heavier side of AOR...But not the real hard or metal stuff....I just tend to shy away from stuff like Survivor, Journey, Toto, etc. I know it can be a fine line sometimes....

 

Anyways, I've taken a huge liking to H.e.a.t since Erik joined the band...They are falling right into my wheelhouse. Really enjoyed ATN and TDTW is pretty much exactly what I want to be listening to these days and is honestly one of my favorite albums since Def Leppard's Hysteria...

 

W.e.t is another band I've liked...Thought Rise Up was a pretty good album...But they didn't stick with me to the degree of H.e.a.t....I think I just prefer Erik's vocals over JSS...And find H.e.a.t's songs a little more interesting....More "hooks" or something...

 

I've searched around a little for some other hidden gems along the lines of those two bands and haven't really found it. I've tried Crazy Lixx...They're okay...I thought the New Religion album was actually pretty good....But didn't like Riot Avenue at all so sorta moved on from them.

 

I saw many raving reviews about Eclipse's latest album Bleed n Scream....Gave it a try and also didn't get into it. Great sound/style but just found myself not really caring much about the songs themselves...Too dark or political or something....

 

I've also gave bands like Treat, Harem Scarem, Hardcore Superstar, Crashdiet a try....Nothing really interested me. Frankly, I think I've gotten a bit picky these days and now find myself comparing everything to H.e.a.t....They are probably my new "measuring stick".

 

Have you listened to Trixter's newest album...New Audio Machine? I know they aren't European...But I really enjoyed that album when I didn't think that I would...Bit different than their earlier albums IMO....right in the ballpark of the type of melodic rock I like....Machine and Tattoos and Misery are a couple good tunes to check out...

 

I'll be interested to see some responses in this thread to see who others might suggest.....Perhaps people could suggest artists and some specific songs/albums to check out...

 

Thanks.

 

 

 

 

I just wanted to ask you guys could you recommend me some band that sounds like one of those bands mentioned in the subject, because I've become huge AOR fan in a past year, and I haven't found out any band that has perfect balance of melody, drums (this is the biggest request, because a lot of AOR bands I seeked for had some very very soft drums), vocals, basically every aspect of their songs is unbelievable... Thank you in advance...

[Glen]

The new Sunstrike album is a lot like HEAT. But not quite as good. A lot of potential though.

 

Also I personally think work of arts last album is better than WET. their new album later in the year should be awesome.

[Metal 4 Ever]

Be sure to check out

 

Firenote

The Magnificent

Brother Firetribe

 

All come HIGHLY recommended!!!

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Be sure to check out

 

The Magnificent

 

HIGHLY recommended!!!

If you want big drums, this is where you'll find 'em.

[Delbert]

You also may want to check out LEVERAGE which is another Finnish band similiar (same vocalist) as BROTHER FIRETRIBE.

 

Sounds like you guys are alot like me......very picky in my old age. I love melodic rock with layered sound, lots of killer harmonies, keys and an uptempo stride.

 

Another interesting band that has not seen much attention is one named DAYLIGHT ROBBERY. They have alot of the elements you describe.

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Work of Art's "In Progress" is a must. Niva's "Magnitude" hasn't been mentioned, and I thought it was fairly solid. For some older albums check out Harem Scarem's "Mood Swings," Von Groove's debut, and Giant's "Last of the Runaways." And I could never leave this thread without mentioning one of my all-time favourites, "Shock to the System" by Wall of Silence. This is one of the earlier examples of that Heavy AOR sound.

[Delbert]

Here's a link to sample some of the DAYLIGHT ROBBERY tracks..........

 

http://www.reverbnation.com/daylightrobbery

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Oh, and check Wigelius right here

 

http://heavyharmonies.ipbhost.com/index.php?showtopic=32260&page=1

 

and Degreed is another, but slightly Modern.

[Glen]

Oh the classic is Marcello / Vestry - that album is just brilliant.

[Glen]

Try these as well -

 

Dynazty - Knock You Down

Dynazty - Sultans Of Sin

Gotthard - Lipservice

Toby Hitchcock - Mercury Down

White Widdow - s/t

Vega - s/t

Vega - What The Hell

Lovex - Watch Out

First Signal - s/t

Reckless Love - all 3 albums

Find Me - Wings Of Love

[KarpetRydOFunk]

And some folks were worried this site was dying...

[Guest kantagara]

Thank you guys. I will start listening those bands tomorrow.

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Thank you guys. I will start listening those bands tomorrow.

Start with the ones I mentioned, though. ;}

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Oh, and don't forget the EP from Dallas, "Over the Edge," as well as the one from USA!USA!USA!, "What's Your Name?" And the tracks from Waltham. I'm gonna compile everything listed so far, as there are some I need to check out, too.

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Brother Firetribe - "False Metal (Re-issued as 'Break Out')" "Heart Full of Fire" and "Diamond in the Firepit"

Dallas - "Over the Edge"

Daylight Robbery

http://www.reverbnation.com/daylightrobbery

Degreed - "Life, Love, Loss" and "We Don't Belong"

Dynazty - "Knock You Down" and "Sultans of Sin"

Eclipse - "Are You Ready to Rock" and "Bleed and Scream"

Find Me - "Wings of Love"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBiA3CqPLEo

Firenote - "Firenote"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tCvejqUNNJo

First Signal - "First Signal"

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Giant - "Last of the Runaways" and "Time to Burn"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajFItOic1Ko

Gotthard - "Lipservice" and "Domino Effect"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44ZiaLWS6-M

Grand Design - "Time Elevation" and "Idolizer"

Harem Scarem - "Mood Swings (absolutely essential for any Melodic Rock fan)" "Weight of the World" and "Human Nature"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uSHHcOYgohM

Toby Hitchcock - "Mercury's Down"

House of Lords - "Demons Down" "World Upside Down" and "Cartesian Dreams"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LBPUUnzmriI

Leverage - "Tides" "Blindfire" and "Circus Colossus"

Lovex - "Watch Out!"

[KarpetRydOFunk]

The Magnificent - "The Magnificent"

Marcello/Vestry - "Marcello/Vestry"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l7FqMgRvd6E

Niva - "Magnitude"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYd9jv8QtIo

Place Vendome - "Place Vendome" "Streets of Fire" and "Thunder in the Distance"

The Poodles - "Sweet Trade" and "Clash of the Elements"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TAcG4vICJJA

Reckless Love - "Reckless Love" "Animal Attraction" and "Spirit"

Sunstorm - "Sunstorm" "House of Dreams" and "Emotional Fire"

SunStrike - "Rock Your World"

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Transit - "Catch Fire"

Treat - "Coup de Grace"

USA!USA!USA! - "What's Your Name?"

Vega - "Kiss of Life" and "What the Hell!"

Von Groove - "Von Groove"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWmZAtguwuI

Wall of Silence - "Shock to the System"

Waltham - "Permission to Build" "Waltham" and "Wicked Waltham"

White Widdow - "White Widdow" and "Serenade"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SA7-xXnE7u8

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Wig Wam - "667... The Neighbour of the Beast (Re-issued as 'Hard to Be A Rock 'N Roller')" "Wig Wamania" and "Non Stop Rock 'N Roll"

Wigelius - "Reinventions"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-tYOdPXEoo

Work of Art - "In Progress"

Care of Night - "Care of Night" (This is my most anticipated new band!!)

[tts42572]

Doing some fishing around tonight....Had never paid any attention to Adriangale before but I'm digging what I hear from the Sucker punch album....riffs, harmonies, great production...Obvious Leppard & 80's influences on this album....Have heard 4 tunes from the album and digging each of them....

 

Not sure about their earlier stuff but think this one is worth a shot for me

[KarpetRydOFunk]

Doing some fishing around tonight....Had never paid any attention to Adriangale before but I'm digging what I hear from the Sucker punch album....riffs, harmonies, great production...Obvious Leppard & 80's influences on this album....Have heard 4 tunes from the album and digging each of them....

 

Not sure about their earlier stuff but think this one is worth a shot for me

 

Yep, that's definitely their most consistent album.

 

I'm assuming you've heard of LoudLion, but if you have not, get on it. Def Leppard 2.0.

[Glen]

i was gonna suggest Adriangale - their latest was definitely the best for me. great album

[eaglesfan3000]

Also try...

 

Tindrum

Dalton

Masquerade

Blue Blud

Brighton Rock