KNIGHT AREA - Hyperdrive Set For October Release
September 18, 2014, 10 years ago
Scheduled for release October 14th via Lasers Edge, Hyperdrive marks a new era for Knight Area. The long-running Dutch progressive rock band has previously released four studio albums and toured Europe and The USA extensively. In 2012 the band welcomed guitarist Mark Bogert as well as bassist Peter Vink (Q65, Finch, Ayreon) into the fold.
With these newcomers onboard, Knight Area has introduced a heavier element and fuller sound to their repertoire. All the classic symphonic rock traits of their previous albums are still clearly evident, but the songs on Hyperdrive are more immediate and concise.
The band invited noted prog guitarist Arjen Lucassen (Ayreon, Star One) to participate as a special guest on one track. Joost van den Broek, who is known for his production work with Epica, Mayan, and After Forever, mixed the album. Rounding out the package is artwork by Gustavo Sazes.
Hyperdrive tracklisting:
"Afraid Of The Dark""The Lost World"
"Bubble"
"This Day"
"Crimson Skies"
"Avenue Of Broken Dreams"
"Living In Confusion"
"Stepping Out"
"Running Away"
"Songs From The Past"
"Hypnotized"
