Following this he became involved with music compositions, orchestral arrangements and sound design. 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. Joys first fulllength book the first counterculture celebrity. The chorus is full of fanfares, cymbal crashes, and guitar solos. Music profile for alex staropoli, born 9 january 1970. Alex staropoli composer,producer,orchestral arrangements karsten vom wege logo. Over the years, theyve told us legendary tales, composed symphonies of enchanted lands, and to this day are the masters of bringing listeners. After using the moniker of rhapsody for nearly ten years, the band changed t. Auto suggestions are available once you type at least 3 letters. Into the legend is a must for fans of the band as well as power or symphonic metal, and another worthy addition to rhapsody of fires already impressive body of work. Staropoli, alessandro staropoli, alex scaropoli, alex staropli, staropoli, staropoli alessandro, staropoli, alessandro a624961 artist.
Since the midnineties only one name has ruled the symphonic power metal scene rhapsody of fire. Legendary years by rhapsody of fire 884860179027 cd. Rhapsody of fire formerly known as rhapsody 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. He discusses new album into the legend, songwriting, musical direction, concept of the album, lyrical theme, keyboard guitar interplay, fabios vocals, classic rhapsody albums and how. Legendary years marks the first rhapsody of fire release featuring their incredibly talented new vocalist giacomo voli, whose debut is anticipated by the bands huge worldwide fanbase. He does the orchestral arrangements in all the bands songs. Interview with alex staropoli keyboards rhapsody of fire, myglobalmind online magazine interview with alex staropoli keyboards rhapsody of fire, interview with alex staropoli rhapsody of fire interview with alex staropoli keyboards rhapsody of fire ver mas. Interview with alex staropoli rhapsody of fire youtube.
And i know a lot of musicians say that when they release a new album, but i truly believe that this album is going to be a huge success. Angeli di pietra mistica, warlords last challenge e. Rhapsody of fire is a symphonic metal band that originated in italy in 1993, spending about a week of this period as thundercross. Webzine heavy metal, interview of alex staropoli rhapsody of fire.
This book begins the saga with a sweet love story that seems to be forgotten in the next chapter. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from alex staropoli at the discogs marketplace. Rhapsody is a woman, a singer of some talent, who is swept up into events of worldshattering import. It is a concept album, which sounds somewhat like a movie soundtrack.
Rhapsody of fire symphony of enchanted lands ii album. Years after he got closer to keyboards and computers. Guns book of retardation, splitting into two separate entities who will both continue touring and. Staropoli planned to record a solo album with his brother manuel staropoli, who was to write the music, and midnight, who was going to provide lyrics and vocals. Oct 25, 2000 the eighth mountain is the twelfth studio album by the italian symphonic power metal band rhapsody of fire. Guns book of retardation, splitting into two separate entities who will both continue touring and making music at the same time. Award winners book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new books.
Dawn of victory is a music studio album recording by rhapsody of fire progressive metalprogressive rock released in 2000 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Frozen tears of angels is a music studio album recording by rhapsody of fire progressive metalprogressive rock released in 2010 on cd, lp vinyl andor cassette. Cofounded and led by luca turilli lead guitar and alex staropoli keyboard, others include fabio lione vocals, alex holzwarth drums and patrice guers bass. I truly believe this is one of the best rhapsody of fires albums. We meet achmed and grunther in this book who, along with rhapsody, will be our mainstays throughout the series. This is the last album to feature longtime guitaristsongwriter luca turilli, bass guitarist patrice guers, and session guitarist dominique leurquin, who all left the band on good terms in august 2011 to found luca turilli. For the past six plus years, the world of rhapsody rhapsody of fire and luca turillis rhapsody has been a confusing whirlwind, one that could have seen the entire entity making a living if. Find alex staropoli credit information on allmusic. Jun 09, 2012 interview with alex staropoli from rhapsody of fire. Get all the lyrics to songs by alex staropoli and join the genius community of music scholars to learn the meaning behind the lyrics. Rhapsody of fire recently revealed the name of the new musician who will join forces with fabio lione, alex staropoli, tom hess and alex holzwarth in the banda new and revamped lineup. Since forming in 1993 as thundercross, the band has released twelve studio albums, two live albums, two eps, and a live dvd.
Oscar wildes 1882 north american tour plain and simple books, 2011 showed how wildes tour influenced trends in art, fashion and music in 1882. The group was formed in italy in the read full biography. Sep 04, 1999 rhapsody is the sort of book that still keeps my attention even though ive passed my 40th birthday, enough that i am now on my fourth reread. Following the split with turilli, staropoli is rhapsody of fires only remaining founding member. Interviewed in new york city on may 29th, 2012 for. From chaos to eternity by rhapsody of fire 727361264123. Find alex staropoli credit information on allmusic allmusic. Robot fighter 2017, evolution war and age of darkness. Alessandro staropoli, alex scaropoli, alex staropli. The frozen tears of angels is an exciting return to form for rhapsody after the slightly bland triumph or agony. Luca turillis rhapsody prometheus, symphonia ignis divinus limited edition symphonic power metal band from italy as a member of rhapsody, luca turilli, along with keyboardist alex staropoli and vocalist fabio lione helped push power metal to heights of epicness that were undreamt of at the time. On the run from an old romantic interest who wont take no for an answer, rhapsody literally bumps into a couple of shady characters. Rhapsody symphony of enchanted lands metal kingdom. Fabio lione, luca turilli, patrice guers, alex holzwarth, alex staropoli.
So yeah, theyve had a couple of changes, but the truth remains the same. Luca turillis rhapsody ascending to infinity amazon. Since forming in 1993 as thundercross, the band has released. The defeat of akron led to the fall of the mighty army of darkness and soon, the holy town of algalod became more majestic than ever before. Those characters will reoccur in later books with wonderful and satisfying results. Interview with alex staropoli from rhapsody of fire. White dragons order all sworn to fight all for one one for all a great and new hope in elgard was born the one hope that could finally find the.
Buy rhapsody of fires album titled from chaos to eternity to enjoy in your home or car, or. One of the things that makes them notable among symphonic metal bands is that all of their songs. After midnights death, staropoli has stated that he would probably rearrange those tracks for new rhapsody of fire material, thus involving his brother in the writing process. Piano, harpsichord, keyboards, choirchorus, orchestration, cover art concept. Jon from ppr sits down with alex staropoli from rhapsody of fire to talk about the new album dark wings of steel. Cofounded and led by luca turilli lead guitar and alex staropoli keyboard, others included fabio lione vocals, alex holzwarth drums and patrice guers bass. Rhapsody of fire is a symphonic power metal band that originated in italy in 1993, spending about a week of this period as thundercross and most of its history as just rhapsody. I bought all his records and products forever, i am not going to buy anything from him in my life, he is an unpleasant and selfcentered person, who is believed to be james horner. Review of the legendary years album by rhapsody of fire. Sacred words to stop the dark plan of nekron all contained in erians mystical white book sacred words to stop the dark plan of. Epicus furor, emerald sword, wisdom of the kings, heroes of the lost valley, eternal glory, beyond the gates of infinity members.
Luca turilli is the italian guitar player and composer who in 1993, together with the keyboard player alex staropoli, founded the symphonic metal band rhapsody. Alex holzwarth 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. Interview with alex staropoli keyboards rhapsody of fire, myglobalmind online magazine interview with alex staropoli keyboards rhapsody of fire, interview with alex staropoli rhapsody of fire. Keyboardist alex staropoli and rhapsody of fire guitarist luca turilli in 2011 announced. Symphony of enchanted lands the dark secret is the sixth released album of rhapsody of fire, released in 2004. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Alex staropoli is a composer, known for rogue warrior. It was released on 22 february 2019 via afm records.
Staropoli is continuing under the rhapsody of fire. Rhapsodys orchestral instruments are arranged by no other than alex staropoli. Darkunor, triumph or agony, heart of the darklands, old age of wonders, the myth of the holy sword, il canto del vento members. The eighth mountain is the twelfth studio album by the italian symphonic power metal band rhapsody of fire. Rhapsody is a metal outfit composed of fabio lione vocals, luca turilli guitar, alex staropoli keyboards, alessandro lotta bass, and alex holzwarth drums. 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 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. It was released in june 17, 2011 via nuclear blast. For many years the enchanted lands surrounding algalord knew once again the meaning of the word peace. This is when it hit me rhapsody of fire has won me over yet again. I will explain the storyline in the track by track. This album is filled with many symphonic instruments, classical solos, operatic backing vocals, and a lot of double bass from alex holzworth. Metal wanis editor in chief owais vitek nabi had a chat with rhapsody of fire mastermind alex staropoli. Released 27 september 2004 on steamhammer catalog no. From chaos to eternity is the ninth fulllength studio album by the italian symphonic power metal band rhapsody of fire. The lineup also includes former rhapsody of fire members alex holzwarth, patrice guers, and dominique leurquin. I dont want to spoil the story for you, but the elements that hold my interest, in no particular order, are.
The folky influences they had so far been neglecting in the dark secret albums make a welcome return, and they even dabble in some extreme metal sounds, with some honest to goodness shrieked vocals making an appearance. Piano, harpsichord, keyboards, choirchorus, orchestration, cover art. Rhapsody erians mystical rhymes the white dragons order. Headlines have been sweeping the metalsphere of a supposed rhapsody of fire breakup, only its not really a fullfledged breakup. We also talk about the bands current line up and alex s starts into music. Cofounded and led by luca turilli lead guitar and alex staropoli keyboard, others include fabio lione vocals, alex holzwarth drums and patrice guers. Then they decide to disband lt rhapsody and rhapsody of fire, and continue on with the one true rhapsody. The band released their first album, legendary tales, in 1997 and quickly followed with their sophomore release, symphony of enchanted lands one year later. Fabio lione, luca turilli, alessandro lotta, daniele carbonera, alex staropoli. Intervista a fabio lione e olaf thorsen 102012 duration.
Rhapsody biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. Alessandro alex staropoli born 9 january 1970 is a keyboard player, composer, leader and cofounder with luca turilli of the italian symphonic power metal band rhapsody of fire. 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. Also a similar french version exists, same of this but with different discs separately made in france.
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