DARK HEART – Evolution (2026) *HQ*
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British combo DARK HEART were formed during the early Eighties, releasing the debut album ‘’Shadows of the Night’’ on the Roadrunner label in 1984. After a number of successful live shows, the fast approaching end of NWOBHM era meant the band decided to go their separate ways, never quite fulfilling their potential or producing a follow up second album.
Over the years the band has developed a cult following, gaining many new fans to their music. Founding member of the band Alan Clark went on to form Change Of Heart moving from guitar to vocals and as the main songwriter, the band have very much established themselves as one of the best British AOR / Melodic Rock bands, with 4 albums released to date.
Fast forward to 2024 when DARK HEART returned after a number of years being asked to make a new album. The style, although still routed in classic Metal / Hard Rock has very much moved away from NWOBHM, to not only bring the sound up to date, but also reflect the maturity in their songwriting craft.
Helped by expert Pete Newdeck (Midnite City, Eden’s Curse) playing all drums and producing, ”Evolution” now marks the group’s first release on Pride & Joy Music. The album was mastered by Harry Hess (Harem Scarem), resulting in a shining, rocking melodic collection of songs plenty of hooks and massive backing vocals, similar to First Signal, House Of Lords, Tony Mills, etc.
Alan as the only original member of the band, has been working with Nick Catterick (Guitar, Keys) for a number of years on various projects, the pair have developed an intuitive and special understanding when writing, and working together, so it was a natural and easy choice to bring Nick on board.
Nick who started playing guitar in his early teens has always been inspired by fiery and inventive players, drawing influences from the great players such as Moore, Sykes, Campbell, Norum with a touch of Lynch/Rhoads, and is set to be recognised for not only his playing ability, but also for one of the best guitar tones in the business.
01 – Light The Flame
02 – Cold Winter
03 – End Of Tomorrow
04 – Hands Of Fate
05 – Spread Your Wings
06 – Ride The Highway
07 – You And I
08 – Life To Crucify
09 – Eyes Of Light
10 – Mortality
11 – Burned
Alan Clark (lead and backing vocals, keys)
Nick Catterick (guitar, keys, backing vocals)
Pete Newdeck (drums, backing vocals)
Josh ‘Tabbie’ Williams (bass)
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