Reviews from "Solaris"
BehindtheVeil
DISTANT PAST – Solaris
I hardly noticed when three years had passed since the last outstanding release from DISTANT PAST, titled "The Final Stage." That release, for me, demonstrated that the band had found a sound that suited them and allowed them to perform at their best.
Three years later, in November 2024, under a new label, DISTANT PAST presents us with their new album, "Solaris." I'm not sure if the title was inspired by the science fiction novel of the same name by Stanisław Lem, which has been adapted into films twice. What I do know is that the band, with their new work, continues where they left off with their previous release, both musically and compositionally.
The album features 10 compositions (plus the intro "End of Life") and offers well-played and inspired moments of classic heavy metal, clearly influenced by the British scene of the '80s, particularly the NWOBHM movement. However, at times, it also brings to mind American bands like JAG PANZER and RIOT.
What makes tracks like "Warriors of the Wasteland," "Rise Above Fear," "Island of the Lost Souls," "Speed Dealer," and others stand out is the soul they carry, as well as the love and passion of the band for the music they create. After all, a key characteristic of our music, and any music that wants to be called true, is passion and soul.
In short, DISTANT PAST has done it again and offers us a very high-quality and inspired work of classic heavy metal.