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With Myrath a truly unique band is taking a step onto the international prog power metal scene. The quintet from Tunisia started as Xtazy - only singer Zaher Zorgatti wasn't part of Xtazy - and is now introducing the international music scene to their mix of progressive metal and Oriental sounds. The band name means 'legacy' and they combine their musical legacy with prog metal / art rock sounds. The opener Forever And A Day shows this very well, a catchy powerful prog metal tune. While other bands use Arabic sounds to spice up one or the other song, the Tunisians do this on every track. Sometimes it might sound strange to Westerners ears, but it's worth giving a few spins, coz one might discover one of the most unique prog metal bands! Musically Myrath are targeting the fans of Dream Theater, Symphony X and old Lions' Share. Another good choice to check out the 2nd Myrath album is the title track Desert Call. The tune combines powerful prog metal with Oriental vocal lines, but also shows that the guys know how to play! The song is just shy of 7 minutes and even during the instrumental passages they can keep the listeners interest. One of my favorites is Silent Cries, another long track with more then 10 minutes, but due to twists and turns it doesn't seem to be that long! Memories kicks off slowly with acoustic guitar, some kind of flute and vocals. Beautiful ballad. The following Ironic Destiny shows them heavy and riff-based! A song Kamelot fans might dig... But Myrath are more progressive and offer a large variety of sounds.
Every power prog metal fan should check out Myrath! The Tunisian band is playing on a high level, has great songs and due to the Oriental elements and instruments a unique sound!
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