Since forming in 1993 as thundercross, the band has released twelve studio albums, two live albums, two eps, a live dvd. Rhapsody, holy thunderforce live at sweden rock festival. Rhapsody of fire is known for its conceptual lyrics that constitute a fantasy story throughout all of their albums from 1997 to 2011. Rhapsody of fire formerly known as thundercross and more recently rhapsody is an italian symphonic power metal band led by luca turilli and alex staropoli. It is the bands first album to feature session guitarist dominique leurquin. Turilli lione rhapsody is an italian symphonic power metal band formed on december 5, 2018 by former rhapsody of fire members luca turilli and fabio lione.
In other words, depending on your musical tastes, rhapsody are either the saviors of rock or a relic from a time best forgotten. Recently luca turilli left amicably and formed his own version of the band, but more recently vocalist fabio lione departed, and there has been a rhapsody farewell tour featuring turilli, lioni and former rhapsody of fire members alex holzwarth, patrice guers and dominique leurquin. Rhapsody of fire luca turillis dreamquest dominique leurquin is a french guitarist, best known for his collaborations with luca turilli. With fabio lione, luca turilli, dominique leurquin, alex staropoli. Rhapsody of fire is known for its conceptual lyrics that constitute a fantasy story throughout all of their albums.
Listen to music from dominique leurquin like maze of nowhere and kadesh battle. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from dominique leurquin at the discogs marketplace. Dominique leurquin thundercross wiki fandom powered by wikia. But they were turned into stone by the angels of the crystal realms. From chaos to eternity by rhapsody of fire 727361264123. Buy rhapsody of fires album titled from chaos to eternity to enjoy in your home or car, or gift it to another music lover. Ascending to infinity luca turillis rhapsody is a music studio album recording by rhapsody of fire progressive metalprogressive rock released in 2012 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. In 2011, rhapsody of fire announced its friendly split into two rhapsody bands.
Review of the legendary years album by rhapsody of fire. They continue to excel in a genre that is simultaneously niche and burgeoning, and one that is gaining steam. Rhapsody of fire is an italian symphonic power metal band formed by luca turilli and alex staropoli seen as a pioneer of the symphonic power metal subgenre. Luca turillis rhapsody ascending to infinity amazon. In 1993 the italian symphonic metal band rhapsody was formed by guitarist and composer luca turilli and keyboarder alex staropoli.
Dominique leurquin music, videos, stats, and photos. Rhapsody of fire take their fantasy seriously, which is a big part of this albums charm. Power of the dragonflame is a music studio album recording by rhapsody of fire progressive metalprogressive rock released in 2002 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Rhapsody of fire is an italian symphonic power metal band formed by luca turilli and alex staropoli, widely seen as a pioneer of the symphonic power metal subgenre. Alex staropoli is still using the bandname rhapsody of fire, and lucas band is calling luca turillis rhapsody. Even better is that their new album, zero gravity rebirth and evolution is a true symphonic gem. Rhapsody of fire formerly known as rhapsody is an italian symphonic power metal band created by luca turilli and alex staropoli, widely seen as a pioneer of the symphonic power metal subgenre. The lineup also includes former rhapsody of fire members alex holzwarth, patrice guers, and dominique leurquin. Their new album zero gravity rebirth and evolution is a collection of ten incredible tracks that maintain the bands theatrical and symphonic metal roots while. Turillilione rhapsody featuring original rhapsody members luca turilli and fabio lione, alongside former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers and alex holzwarth will release its. Rhapsody of fire academic dictionaries and encyclopedias.
Rhapsody of fire is of course a very talented and unique band in the prog metal circles but after the previous 45 albums they sound quite boring. Legendary tales 1997 symphony of enchanted lands 1998. Its now 2019 and both previous members as well as former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers, and alex holzwarth have come together to. Join facebook to connect with dominique leurquin and others you may know. Luca turilli is an italian musician and songwriter. In this album they continue to play their neoclassical orchestrated progpower metal but in my opinion they are oversaturrated and uninspired. Due to this, he was unable to perform in luca turillis rhapsody s ascending to infinity 201220 tour and came back only in august 2014. Luca turillis rhapsody is an symphonic power metal band formed by luca turilli after his split from rhapsody of fire rhapsody of fire announced its friendly split in 2011 into two seperate bands. One by one six of these books were discovered through the ages, however the seventh, last and most terrible of all contained the secret of his resurrection. Rhapsody of fire ascending to infinity luca turillis. Since forming in 1993 as thundercross, the band has released twelve studio albums, two live albums, two eps, and a live dvd. It was announced on november 21, 2016 by ex rhapsody members luca turilli founder and composer, fabio lione, patrice guers, dominique leurquin and alex holzwarth. He and guers were also part of the band inner vision, the current status of said band is currently unknown.
The frozen tears of angels doesnt apologize for its pompous excesses. The italian band rhapsody, one of the greatest icons of symphonic power metal, will gather together to commemorate the 20th. In 2018, after a reunion tour, turilli, lione, holzwarth, guers, and former rhapsody session guitarist dominique leurquin formed turilli lione rhapsody, set to release their first album in june 2019 after a successful crowdfunding campaign. Dominique leurquin is a french guitarist, best known for his collaborations with luca turilli. However, in 2012 holzwarth left due to the impossibility to be fully in. Prior to the bands formation, the same lineup performed under the rhapsody moniker for the 20th anniversary farewell tour. Dominique leurquin thundercross wiki fandom powered by. With this album their new genre hollywood metal was created. Turilli lione rhapsody the new group featuring original rhapsody members luca turilli and fabio lione, completed by former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers and alex holzwarth recently announced the release of their debut album.
Alex staropoli and fabio lione decided to go on as rhapsody of fire while turilli, along with bassist patrice guers and session guitarist dominique leurquin decided to move on as luca turillis rhapsody. Turilli and lione get right down to business with this album. The dark secret is the first ep released by rhapsody in 2004. Alex staropoli and fabio lione decided to remain on rhapsody of fire while turilli, patrice guers and dominique leurquin decided to form and be a part of luca turillis rhapsody. After using the moniker of rhapsody for nearly ten years, the band changed their name to rhapsody of fire in 2006 due to trademark issues. Chronicles the 2005 tour and production for the albums symphony of enchanted lands, ii and triumph or agony, including recordings from the bands first us and canada tour as well as their performance at the eartshaker fest 2005. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. While one could maybe argue that the resulting cell split between the two rhapsody camps did not result in two identical twins, there has. The debut album legendary tales was released in 1997. Even by the symphonic metal scenes typically grandiose standards, italian sixpiece rhapsody of fires conceptual series of albums have been nothing less than ambitious. Find the latest tracks, albums, and images from dominique leurquin. Guitarist and songwriter luca turilli went on to form luca turillis rhapsody while vocalist fabio lione would carry on under the name rhapsody of fire.
Information about rhapsody 20th anniversary farewell tour event in seoul. He also worked on a trilogy of solo albums as luca turilli, and released one album under the name of luca turillis dreamquest, a project he worked on alongside dominique leurquin. Rhapsody lyrics live in canada 2005 the dark secret. Formed in 1993, the band has since released seven studio albums, one live album, one ep, and a live dvd. Matthew wimberley, author at boo boo records page of 37. Rhapsody 20th anniversary farewell tour seoul events. One year later their second album symphony of enchanted lands followed. Dominique leurquin, recorded at gate studio, wolfsburg and n.
However, the continued grace, power and symphonic supremacy found on ascending to infinity is anything but expected. Turillilione rhapsody zero gravity rebirth and evolution. Explore releases from dominique leurquin at discogs. Buy tickets now for turilli lione rhapsody at ljubljana on. A sprawling tolkienesque fantasy about the battle between good and evil, their chronicles of algalord saga has played out over eight equally epic records since their 1997 debut, legendary tales. See more ideas about power metal, symphonic metal and metal albums. Turillilione rhapsody given not the greatest band name in music history but a sure sign to rhapsody of fire are back together in a big way. In a stark contrast to the tedious wrangling over the queensryche name, luca turilli and his former bandmates in rhapsody have decided to coexist.
Now, both previous members as well as former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers, and alex holzwarth have come together to form turilli lione rhapsody. He commanded seven immortal demons to carry out his dark plan. Luca turilli born 5 march 1972 is an italian musician primarily a guitarist and songwriter. Rhapsody, turilli lione zero gravity rebirth and evolution. In october 2012 leurquin had a serious accident with a circular saw which almost resulted in him losing his hand, but surgeons managed to prevent this. The band will be completed by former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers and alex holzwarth. Turilli lione rhapsody zero gravity rebirth and evolution.
Its now 2019 and both previous members as well as former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers, and alex holzwarth have come together to form rhapsody, turilli lione and release. Rhapsody of fire is known for its conceptual lyrics that constitute a fantasy story throughout all of. In 2008, luca began an online guitar course titled luca turillis neoclassical. Either way, rhapsody continue on their path of musically creating the perfect lord of the rings soundtrack on their firstever concert set, 2006s live in canada 2005. He was also originally part of the band dream child. Around two weeks ago the members of rhapsody lived one of the most dramatic moments of their career and they finally want to reveal to. Rhapsody of fire is known for its conceptual lyrics that. He is one of the founders of the symphonic power metal band rhapsody of fire.
Dream child dominique leurquin is the guitarist of luca turillis rhapsody, sided by luca himself. Rhapsody the 20th anniversary reunion farewell tour. Prior to the bands formation, the same lineup performed under the rhapsody moniker for the 20th anniversary farewell tour, which celebrated 20 years of the original bands existence. Turillilione rhapsody featuring original rhapsody members luca turilli and fabio lione, alongside former rhapsody members dominique leurquin, patrice guers and alex holzwarth will release its debut album, zero gravity rebirth and evolution, on june 28 through nuclear blast. You think that have heard every song of the album in a previous one. In addition to luca turilli, this lineup includes vocalist alessandro conti, guitarist dominique leurquin, bassist patrice guers and drummer alex holzwarth. The bands first lineup also included singer alessandro conti and rhapsody of fire drummer alex holzwarth, who was then a member of both bands. Luca turillis rhapsody ascending to infinity 2012 cd. Due to this, he was unable to perform in luca turillis rhapsodys ascending to infinity 201220 tour and came back only in august 2014. A sort of musical mitosis has been running rampant in power metal circles over the past decade or so, with the phenomenon that one might dub the duel of the rhapsodies being among the more auspicious examples of it. He also worked on a trilogy of solo albums as luca turilli, and released one album under the name of luca turillis dreamquest, a project he worked on alongside dominique. Turilli, luca guitar chords, guitar tabs and lyrics album. Rhapsody of fire visions from the enchanted lands 2dvd.