[News] Doc Gator reissued two albums “Modern Cathedral” and “Architect Of The Mind” by Hollow

Hollow is undoubtedly one of the most underrated bands in the history of Progressive Power Metal. Their two impressive albums “Modern Cathedral” and “Architect Of The Mind” never received the attention they deserved despite excellent reviews in the music press. This exclusive double re-release brings back true classics that revive the power in Power Metal.

The re-releases were completely remastered by Luka Matkovic at Citadella Studios in Belgrade .

These albums are essential for fans of Progressive Power Metal and offer the best that this genre has to offer.

Modern Cathedral – 1997

Originally known as Vaalkyrian, Andreas Stoltz (vocals/guitar), Thomas Nilsson (bass) and Urban Wikstrom (drums) changed their name to Hollow after recruiting second guitarist Marcus Bigren.

Hollow released their debut album “Modern Cathedral” in 1997 on the small label MM Records.

The album caught the attention of Nuclear Blast, who quickly signed the band and re-released the album in 1998 with new cover artwork by Kristian ‘Necrolord’ Wahlin.

This debut album is a melodic yet powerful Heavy Metal album with progressive elements and a love for classic bands like Crimson Clory and Queensryche.

Pre-Order Hollow‘s “Modern Cathedral” on vinyl here: https://www.docgator.shop/products/hollow-modern-cathedral-vinyl

Architect Of The Mind – 1999

In their short existence, Hollow walked the fine line between Traditional and Progressive Metal, with a captivating sound that lay somewhere between Mindcrime-era Queensryche, Crimson Glory and later Agent Steel.

Hollow’s 1998 debut “Modern Cathedral” already showed a mature unit capable of writing powerful and catchy Metal pieces with plenty of crunch and melody.

Particularly outstanding were the impressive vocals of Andreas Stoltz. While “Modern Cathedral” had many excellent songs, Hollow only reached their full potential with the epic concept album “Architect Of The Mind” from 1999. The album combines very Heavy, crunchy guitars with soaring vocals and brilliant songwriting. With a fascinating concept about cyberspace, artificial intelligence and humanity’s dependence on technology, it offers a touching and melancholic mood and is one of the best metal concept albums of all time.

Pre-Order Hollow‘s “Architect Of The Mind” on vinyl here: https://www.docgator.shop/products/hollow-architect-of-the-mind-vinyl

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