Utopia

Utopia is a fulfilling work on which Axxis adds gorgeous, splendid keyboards and a dramatic air to clear, powerful melodic metal. Its song flow heading toward catchy, memorable choruses is truly deft, leading the listener into a powerful lift extremely naturally. Bernhard Weiss’s soaring voice powerfully carries the center. A record where the band’s mature ability shines. From the development from the opening intro to the title track “Utopia” and the drama of “Last Man on Earth” to a cut like “Sarah Wanna Die,” every song is engaging, while cuts like “Journey to Utopia” and “My Father’s Eyes” convey the work’s fullness. Gorgeous keyboards richly color that splendid world. A record on which, even within a light, catchy appeal, the playing’s sure thickness and deep lyricism firmly coexist. While keeping positive, forward energy throughout, you can fully enjoy carefully crafted, high-quality songs. A powerful, engaging record showing the sure fullness of mature Axxis — a record where the band’s steady appeal shines.