ART NATION liberation MICP-11351
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Artist = ART NATION
Title = liberation
Label = AVALON
Catalog# = MICP-11351
Barcode = 4527516016692
Release = JAPAN
Year = 2017
RPM =
Disc Size = 5"
Number of Discs = 1
Mono/Stereo = stereo
12trk, the debut studio album by the swedish melodic rock band.
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A New Nordic Standard: Art Nation’s ‘Liberation’ (MICP-11351)
Today’s entry spotlights the Japanese debut of a rising force in the Swedish melodic rock scene: Art Nation. We are looking at their second studio album, “Liberation,” released in Japan on the Avalon label (Marquee Inc.) with the catalog number MICP-11351. This copy comes complete with its original obi strip.
Hailing from Gothenburg, Art Nation emerged from the prestigious Swedish label Gain (home to bands like H.E.A.T and Europe). While “Liberation” was their second album overall, it served as their official introduction to the Japanese market, arriving with significant anticipation following the acclaim of their 2015 debut, “Revolution.”
The band is centered around the talented vocalist Alexander Strandell, whose soulful and powerful voice draws favorable comparisons to a young Sammy Hagar. Musically, “Liberation” delivers a high-energy blend of catchy, melody-driven hard rock that fuses a modern edge with the “wet,” melancholic atmosphere unique to Scandinavian rock. It also carries a distinct scent of classic 80s arena rock, making it an instant favorite for fans of the genre.
The album boasts world-class production values, produced by Jakob Herrmann (Amaranthe) and featuring mixing talents like Jacob Hansen (Volbeat) and Adam “Nolly” Getgood (Periphery). This team ensured a sound that was both polished and powerful.
Packed with standout tracks like the single “The Real Me,” the music video track “Ghost Town,” and the widely praised opening number, “Liberation” is a “no-filler” album. It balances aggressive rockers with beautiful power ballads, showcasing exceptional songwriting and technical guitar work. MICP-11351 captures a band performing well beyond the level of newcomers, setting a new standard for modern melodic hard rock.