Andromeda to Debut on Rock Band 3 - Now Featuring Keyboard
February 4, 2011 — Fans worldwide have long awaited Andromeda's rhythm gaming debut and Rhythm Authors is proud to announce that the wait is over.
Through the Rock Band Network (RBN), the talented progressive metal band from Sweden will bring multiple tracks to Rock Band 3 as the ideal platform to showcase their technical mastery and brilliant instrumentation in a full band experience that delivers like none other.
Official Website: http://www.andromedaonline.com
With the addition of playable keyboard and vocal harmonies coming in RBN 2.0, no part is left behind. Fans of melodic progressive metal such as Dream Theater or Symphony X will take a strong liking to Andromeda's unique sound and songwriting abilities, and gamers seeking a variety of challenges on any instrument needn't look further.
Take a moment to preview this metal galaxy known as Andromeda with a special announcement video and podcast episode from Rhythm Authors linked below.
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After RBN 2.0 launches on February 15, the following songs will be submitted to the pipeline for future release to the Rock Band 3 Music Store.
Songs Coming to Rock Band
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Chameleon Carneval
As the song that sparked interest amongst many online communities, fan-favorite “Chameleon Carneval” is the only instrumental from Andromeda's first recorded album Extension of the Wish featuring powerful guitar and keys lines over a relentless drum chart complete with solos across multiple instruments. This up-tempo and brilliant composition packs endless fun into 5 minutes with a catchy melody that's sure to stick.
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Another Step
“Another Step” is the first of the following three tracks to come to Rock Band from Andromeda's latest album The Immunity Zone. With drums constantly driving the song forward the energy is high with soaring vocals supported by complex riffs and symphonic keys. “Another Step” hits its peak when furious solos are exchanged between guitar and keys really showcasing their technical mastery.
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My Star
Andromeda hits a unique vibe in this song as “My Star” provides contrast with smooth vocals and a more mellow sound overall with a complex drum beat. But don't get too comfortable as the second half breaks out with solos on keys and guitar that are sure to provide challenge to even the best of players.
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Veil of Illumination
Considered by many fans and critics as Andromeda's greatest achievement, this 17-minute epic adventure had to be split into two parts in order to bring its entirety to the Rock Band platform. Part 1 begins with high intensity on everything including rich vocal harmonies, which shifts gears with a drums solo and melody lines that are intricately split between guitar and keys. Part 2 kicks off with a blast beat leading into one of their most intense keys solos and ultimately brings everything back together in a powerful way.
With many ups and downs featuring lots of melody, crazy exchanges and intricate arrangements, this is truly an immersive journey through a multifaceted galaxy that must be experienced to believe.