Battleroar

The Profile

Battleroar is a Greek epic/heavy metal band formed in 2000 in Athens. Known for grand, battle-charged songwriting and the prominent use of violin alongside traditional heavy/power metal, the group has released albums including Battleroar (2003), Age of Chaos (2005) and To Death and Beyond... (2008), later followed by Blood of Legends and Codex Epicus.

Greek band with Italian vocalist Marco Concoreggi on early albums; violin parts by Alex Papadiamantis feature prominently. Guests on Age of Chaos include Mark Shelton (Manilla Road) and Mark Cross (ex-Helloween, Metalium). Early releases were on Black Lotus Records. Reviews highlight a maturation from the 2003 debut to the more complex Age of Chaos and the expansive To Death and Beyond....

The reviews hail Battleroar’s evolution from the pure epic thrust of their 2003 debut to the more mature, violin-laced Age of Chaos and the sweeping grandeur of To Death and Beyond.... Performances by singer Marco Concoreggi are praised as theatrical and emotive, while guests Mark Shelton and Mark Cross are noted highlights. Arrangements grow more complex, production tighter, and the band stays fiercely devoted to epic metal. Recommended listening for fans of Manilla Road, Manowar, Cirith Ungol and Omen.