Magnus Westman : Vocals Markus Kinell : Guitar, bass and keys Andreas Båge:Drums
Magnus Göransson:Studio musician (drums)
"in your mind"
Released under Blue Topaz Recodrings You can get your own copy at:
www.wishingwellonline.com
www.amazon.com
www.emusic.com
www.GINZA.se (Sweden)
www.klicktrack.com
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For more info: www.mindfuel.se
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Jorn Lande,Jeff Scott Soto,Magnus Karlsson,Göran Edman,Nightwish,Emppu Vuorinen,Helloween,Thin Lizzy
Hailing from the rockin' land of Sweden, MINDFUEL is releasing their debut album “In Your Mind” on Blue Topaz Records. Combining elements of Hard Rock, Thrash and Power Metal, Mindfuel has created a new and undeniably awesome sound for rock fans around the world.
Due to the rising popularity of their sample tracks with radio and internet rock stations around the world the guys have hastened the release of their first album Positive feedback includes comparisons to legends of rock and metal like Iron Maiden, Helloween, Testament, Dream Evil and Manowar.
The band, which includes Markus Kinell on guitars/bass, Magnus Westman on vocals and Magnus Göransson on drums, started as a project in February of 2008 when Markus and Magnus met through a mutual friend. Magnus agreed to put some vocals down on a song that Markus was working on and they fit perfectly with the music. After exploring their similar tastes in music and views for the direction of a possible band Magnus agreed to join the project full time. From there they recruited Manus Göransson, a drummer Markus had worked with a few years prior. When Magnus G joined all the pieces were in place and the three began churning out the incredible songs that would become their debut album under their new name... MINDFUEL!
Mindfuel invites you to listen to the masterpiece of 11 hard and melodic heavy metal songs that form the album "In Your Mind."
Learn more about the band at www.MINDFUEL.se
For press inquiries please contact: mindfuel.band@gmail.com
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Reviews:
MINDFUEL is a Swedish Melodic Metalband, who remind me a bit of the typical German Melodic Metal/Power Metal scene, kinda like BRAINSTORM meets BLACK ABYSS. Yet here and there also Swedish type of Melodic Heavy Rock can be heard, such as in the MADISON like semi-ballad “Don’t cry in vain”. However most of the songs are uptempo and actually quite catchy, such as the fast “It’s a shame” and “Destiny” which even is a Melodic Hardrock type of song a la PINK CREAM 69. Call it whatever you want, this MINDFUEL is bringing great European Melodic Metal on their full- length debut CD ‘In your mind’, which they have released on the rising new Swedish label BLUE TOPAZ RECORDINGS, more info at: www.mindfuel.se and e-mail at: mindfuel.band@gmail.com
Points: (8,2 out of 10)
From: Strutter Zine Magazine in Holland
Review:
Swedish band Mindfuel is Markus Kinell on guitars/bass, Magnus Westman on vocals and Magnus Göransson on drums. They only got together in 2008 but already have this full length debut to their names. The guys clearly have no intention of taking their time...
The songs on In Your Mind vary in style between hard rock, thrash and typical European melodic power metal. There are hints of Judas Priest (especially Ripper-era), Helloween and myriad other battle metal groups in the rhythms and riffs. Magnus Westman's voice is a touch screechy but comfortably up to the job.
First track 'Angel of Mercy'' bursts into existence with a rapid-fire drum beat that leaves you in no doubt what sort of music you are listening to. If the double-kicks were any more metal you could use them to make spanners. The song itself is a fine effort, although it could do with better production values and a few nips and tucks here and there. It's the aural equivalent of a super model who has let herself go a bit. The quality is there but shrouded in a layer of padding.
'Dead Comes Alive' is a few percentage points better. Again there's some unrealised potential, the song needs to be rawer and heavier on the guitar front, but the basic premise is spot on. The effort Markus puts into his vocals is worthy of note - his passion shakes your speakers. The self titled 'Mindfuel' has a cool chorus and some great lyrics.
'Welcome To insanity' is arguably the best track on the album. It's a catchy effort with a great sing along chorus and some phat drum sections. The main riff is brooding but bright and spunky - it's like a doom metal version of a hot summer disco track. 'Don't Cry in Vain' has another excellent chorus and great guitar/drumming combos. It's a plodding head banger of a track and heavy in a pleasantly melodic way.
The chord-endowed 'Damage' is a mid-tempo number with a buffet of memorable and not-so-memorable sections. The proggy interlude just over 3 minutes in adds an interesting dimension. 'The Real Me' closes the album in bass-led acoustic style. It's a classy track and, although it's not a song you'll prance around to in your leather pajamas, you'll respect the guys for writing and adding it.
Mindfuel have produced a decent album with In Your Mind. Some of the songwriting concepts are great, but the final execution doesn't do them justice. The biggest problems are the foggy production and failing to go balls-out-heavy often enough. It's as if the band were worried they might offend people if they cranked the volume up so they deliberately kept matters in check. As it is, they've produced an album that's good but not quite mind blowing.
*Check out...* 'Welcome To insanity' and 'Don't Cry in Vain', the two best tracks.
Overall Score 77%
from www.rockrealms.com
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