Martian Chronicles III - Solaris / I Or A.I. / Audio CD

UPC 5991913240124 

Made in Hungary

Product Details

• Format: 2xCD, Stereo
• Label: Solaris Self-released – SPH 2024/001, SPH 2024/002
• Release Date: October 7, 2024
• Country: Hungary
• Genre: Progressive Rock

Overview

"Martian Chronicles III" marks Solaris' triumphant return with a double album that seamlessly blends the cosmic narratives and intricate instrumentation for which the band is celebrated. This ambitious release invites listeners on an intergalactic journey through stunning soundscapes, featuring lush melodies, dynamic rhythms, and an unparalleled blend of traditional and modern instruments. With tracks inspired by science fiction and existential themes, Solaris continues to redefine progressive rock in this stunning production.

From the evocative opener "Zoo Galactica" to the reflective closer "The Last Poem," each track is a testament to the band's mastery of storytelling and musical innovation. Recorded at Solaris and TBT studios, this album benefits from the expertise of sound engineers Erdész Tamás, Erdész Róbert, and Szabó Viktor, ensuring a sonically rich experience.

A Marsbéli Krónikák 40 éves évfordulójára íródott dupla album 3 nagy zenei részből (szvitből) áll. Mindhárom egy-egy A.I-történethez kapcsolódik. A történetek szintén a zenekar alkotásai, más-más nézőpontból vetítve előre az A.I-jal (Artificial Intelligence - Mesterséges intelligencia) elképzelt jövőt.

Attila Kollár - flute, tambourine, recorder, vocal
Róbert Erdész - keyboards
Csaba Bogdán - guitars
László Gömör – drums, darbuka
Gábor Kisszabó – bass guitar
Attila Seres – bass guitar
Ferenc Raus - drums
Tamás Pócs (Tompox) – bass guitar

Featuring:
András Sturcz - cello
Edina Szirtes Mókus - violin
György Demeter - vocal
Ferenc Gerdesits - vocal
Zsuzsa Ulmann - vocal

Track Listing

CD 1: Zoo Galactica & Ballad of Deluge

1. Zoo Galactica (20:34)
   • 1.1 Zoo Galactica (4:39)
   • 1.2 Shadows of the Creators (4:05)
   • 1.3 Guardians (3:51)
   • 1.4 I or A.I. (4:06)
   • 1.5 Inflection Point (3:53)
2. Ballad of Deluge (21:03)
   • 2.1 Prologue (5:17)
   • 2.2 Island of Survivors (5:35)
   • 2.3 The ARK (4:18)
   • 2.4 Ballad of Deluge (5:52)

CD 2: Dream Valley

1. Welcome to the Collapse (1:52)
2. Nightmares (6:52)
3. Future Memories (7:12)
4. Golden Raven (2:18)
5. Dream Valley (8:44)
6. Paradox (7:47)
7. Monument (2:01)
8. The Last Poem (1:53)

Key Credits

• Flute, Recorder, Tambourine, Vocals: Kollár Attila
• Guitars: Bogdán Csaba
• Keyboards, Sound Engineer: Erdész Róbert
• Bass Guitar: Kisszabó Gábor, Pócs Tamás ("Tompox")
• Drums & Darbouka: Gömör László
• Drums: Raus Ferenc
• Contributors: Sturcz András (Cello), Szartes Edina "Mókus" (Violin), Demeter György (Vocals), Gerdesits Ferenc, Ullmann Zsuzsa
• Cover Pre-Press Work: Bosnyák László