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Interview with Chen of Orphaned Land

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A Big Shout Out

Israel’s folk metal pioneers Orphaned Land need no introduction. Formed in 1992, they’ve been active for more than 20 (there was a hiatus between 1997 and 2001) years and giving us prime examples of folk metal. They take their time between releases but one can always be sure that the next Orphaned Land records is going to be amazing. And we’ve assured of that once again when they returned with Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs, 5 years after All Is One. This is an utterly impressive album that is crafted passionately and diligently. I’m not at all hesitant call Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs their magnum opus. Since this was the case, an interview with them was a must. We had a chat with the lead guitarist (also bouzoukist, pianist, and xylophonist) Chen Balbus.
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Orphaned Land – ‘Unsung Prophets & Dead Messiahs’ (2018)

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Rating: 9.5/10 Rating: 26 January 2018 Label: Century Media Orphaned Land has been on my radar since their beginning. They have a different sound and vibe from most folk-metal/progressive rock bands. They have been focused on creating a unique sound and also for spreading a message of peace and inclusion … Continue reading →

Orphaned Land / Amaseffer – ‘Kna’an’ (collaboration 2016)

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By: Vinicius Rating: 5.5/10 Release: 28 August 2016 Label: Century Media Records “Kna’an” is a collaboration between Amaseffer and Orphaned Land. I can summarize “Kna’an” in one word: disappointment. After the awesome and epic “All Is One” (2013) I didn’t expect this – really… and Amaseffer made a nice work … Continue reading →

Orphaned Land
– ‘The Never Ending Way of ORWarriOR’ (2011)

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Rating: 10/10 Release: 25 January 2011 Label: Century Media Records For anyone who doesn’t know this band: play this CD “The Never Ending Way of ORWarriOR” and you know immediately where they’re from. The Middle-east is dripping of this album. The description Middle Eastern metal which is used by the … Continue reading →