I just discovered a new Christian symphonic power/progressive metal band out of Pittsburgh by the name of Promised Land. Is anyone familiar with this band or heard their 4 song EP/demo?

Samples are available at: http://www.myspace.com/promiselandx

What does everyone think of the bands music and songwriting? Lead vocals? Production?

Thanks,

Andy

I recall not liking something about it, but it's been quite some time since I've listened. IIRC they have potential but either the production or songwriting didn't click with me.

I remeber hearing that name before (actually the title of a Queensryche album). But I don't remember listening to the group.

I'll have to check them out.

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I love symphonic metal (it's my favorite genre) but this doesn't cut it. Seems almost like the timing is off at times and the vocals are horrible.

I am trying to write a review of Promised Land and am glad everyone is agreeing with my sentiments...

The vocalist is actually pretty good- but not for the style of power/progressive metal that Promised Land plays. Put him in a gritty hard rock band (such as F.O.G.) and he would do just fine.


What these guys need is a Lance King-type on lead vocals.

Ummm yeah,
After listening to their myspace songs, I think I would probably pass on this. Sounds like they need to change styles or improve their sound significantly.

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I kinda like it...even the vocals.

I was google searching Promise Land to see what recent buzz came about from last night and came across this old thread...

I think you guys should really give them a new listen. The band just released their new single, 'Hiding Place' featuring their new lead vocalist.

PromiseLandX.com

I read one description that I thought suited the new PL sound best:

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The sound carries the elegance of Scandinavian symphonic metal like Nightwish and HB, but also carries a rugged American flavor with it and manages to blend the these two seemingly conflicting worlds quite well. I look forward to seeing what's in store with the full album!

Thanks XNilo (and welcome to the board).

I was just over at the bands site earlier today and listened to their new song, and I must say it is a vast improvement over their previous demo. They definately have my interest now.

Welcome to the Board XNilo!!

This definitely has my interest as well! I really like the vocalist. I'd definitely be into anything they put out in the near future.

Hey.. thanks for the welcome Staybrite and Silentthunder89.

Yea, they've definitely come a long ways, muscially, lyrically and just overall appearance. I'm really looking forward to the full length album next year. It looks promising.

I wish there were more quality Christian symphonic metal bands. It seems to be a hard genre to pull off without big budget production.

I did, however, read somewhere recently that HB is suppose to putting out their second english album within the next couple of months. Looking forward to getting that as well.

Welcome aboard XNilo.
Have a good time with us.

Hey, thanks rockerVu2

Wow - great song! And I like the new vocalist. Will Promised Land be putting out any new music in the future, such as an EP or full length album?

I love the new song!! Can not what till the new album comes out!!!