EDEN (Italy) – Eden (2015)

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Formed in Rome, Italy, in 2011, EDEN is a new quintet which are presenting their self-produced / self-released debut, in their own words, influenced by great acts such as Europe, Journey, Survivor, Europe, etc.
And they don’t lie, believe me.

Yeah, these legendary band’s influences are unashamedly present on “Eden”, but who cares when are blended with this quality. On the other hand, which band of this genre – read pure ’80s AOR – at some point, does not sound like these referential acts?
The first thing that impress here is the very good production obtained by the guys. The rhythm section is clear and punchy, the guitars sharp and the vocals, including the elaborated 5-part harmonies (all members contribute) are great!

And the songs… you may be influenced by many artists, but if you do net own the talent to craft a good song, you’re lost. Not the case with Eden.
The guys have penned some memorable tunes if you ask me.
Just check the glorious atmospheres of “Dreamin’, the Jorney-esque catchiness of “Fear Has Gone”, and the pump of “I Know You Know” (which reminds me of Da Vinci). It has to be said, all tracks are heavily keyboard-driven plenty of flourishes and candy-floss all over.

The highly harmonized “My Time” is a mid-tempo with mysterious synths and an overall Scandinavian feel, followed by the more uptempo “Enemy” akin Europe (and why not mid-eighties Pretty Maids), and “Feel the Fire” adds a classic touch to the proceedings thanks to vintage keys.
“A Change in Life” is a lovely ballad (great pianos), then closer “Into the Night” ends the CD in a pretty epic fashion full of anthemic choruses and again, elaborated harmony vocals.

Usually a first, well done self-managed album is the antechamber for greater things to come, with many specialized labels interested in the band.
In the case of Italians Eden, this is true too, but their self-titled debut is already a mature product that deserves a place into your rockin’ AOR collection NOW. Seriously, these guys are more than a promise, they are already a great combo creating some memorable melodies and sing-along choruses.
Don’t miss “Eden”, the highly enjoyable debut by these Italians with a brilliant future ahead.
Highly Recommended.

01. Sounds from Eden
02. Dreamin’
03. Fear Has Gone
04. I Know You Know
05. My Time
06. Enemy
07. Feel the Fire
08. A Change in Life
09. The Call
10. Into the Night

Patrizio Izzo: Lead Vocals
Paolo Castellani: Keyboards & Backing Vocals
Stefano Mastrangeli: Guitars & Backing Vocals
Giordano Latini: Bass & Backing Vocals
Alessandro Iovannitti: Drums, Percussion & Backing Vocals

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