Album: Grand Illusion by Nocturnal Rites (2005)
Genre: Metal | Style: Rock/Pop
Record Label: Century Media
Format: Album

Description: Released through Century Media ,24 January 2006, Grand Illusion is the seventh studio album from Nocturnal Rites. The lyrical themes on this album focus on achieving freedom and overcoming tyranny. The album was also issued in a limited edition with a bonus DVD.

Artist Background: Nocturnal Rites is a Swedish power metal band formed in 1990. The band started off under the name Necronomic playing heavy metal, as can be heard on their demo (The Obscure, 1991). This attracted some independent labels' attention, but they turned them down in the hope of a better opportunity. On the 2-track promo that was recorded in 1992, their style had evolved into a slightly more melodic, Iron Maiden-influenced sound, but was still unmistakably death metal. The band initially consisted o... Part of the Umeå, Sweden music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Power Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Music Scene: Part of the Umeå, Sweden music scene. Emerged in the 1990s era. Associated with Power Metal movement. Known for Metal style.

Tags: Metal, Rock/Pop, 2000s, Album, Century Media

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Released through Century Media ,24 January 2006, Grand Illusion is the seventh studio album from Nocturnal Rites. The lyrical themes on this album focus on achieving freedom and overcoming tyranny. The album was also issued in a limited edition with a bonus DVD.

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