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August 27th, 2012  "New Era", the 2012 release by Swedish
progressive power metallers Cloudscape, really is a new era for
the band. Three fifths of the members are new to the band for
this release, with only the duo of Patrik Svärd (guitars) and
Michael Andersson (vocals) returning to the fold. Cloudscape's
previous release, "Global Drama", saw the band wading stagnant
waters and seemingly about to drown.  The new members have
mercifully given Cloudscape the kick in the rear that they
needed, as the band hasn't sounded this tight or energetic in
years. "New Era" is a very modern sounding progressive power
metal album, with clear influences from outside of the prog
world. The album starts off with "Silver Ending" which combines
the chugging of modern In Flames with near shred soloing and
soaring vocals. "New Era" continues a