{"product_id":"diskheaven-190806692","title":"LIGHTNING STRIKES \/ The King Is Victorious (CD)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCatalog number: RBNCD-1460\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNoriji Shima of Concerto Moon will be fully participating in the classic heavy power metal band from LA! A masterpiece that explodes with stylized guitar!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightning Strikes is a heavy metal band based in Los Angeles on the West Coast of the United States. The band was active from 1984 to 1987, led by drummer Karpis Maksudian, but stopped without releasing any albums. 24 years later, the band made a comeback in 2011, and finally released their self-titled debut album in 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lineup includes LEATHERWOLF's guitarist Rob Mass, guest vocals include Tony Martin and Derek Sherinian (key), and with Roy Z in the mix, the album gained a lot of attention, reaching the import chart in Japan with its world-class production. 10 years later, the long-awaited 2nd album is finally released!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor this album, leader Karpis, who has a deep knowledge of Japanese metal, asked Norifumi Shima of CONCERTO MOON, who he himself is a big fan of, to play the guitar, and he readily agreed to participate fully! The entire album features wonderful guitar solos that are truly his style! Furthermore, bassists include Yngwie, Michael Schenker, and Barry Sparks, who is familiar from B'Z! Showcasing a play with a strong presence! Derek, who was a guest in the previous album, also participated again and performed some melodic phrases. It has the appearance of a super band. The songs are a fusion of emotional classic metal and stylized guitar, and are full of songs that fans will be drooling over! A powerful album that has received a lot of attention has been completed!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJapanese edition bonus track included! Liner\/Member interviews with lyrics and translation included!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1.Fear Of Unknown 6:56 Fear Of Unknown\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e2.Voices In My Head 5:00 Voices In My Head\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e3.Clash Of Battalions 3:48 Clash Of Battalions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e4.The King Is Victorious 9:29 The King Is Victorious\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e5.Aim And Shoo 3:36 Aim And Shoo\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e6.Lucid Dreams 4:14 Lucid Dreams\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e7.New Beginning 4:57 New Beginning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e8.Masquerade Suit 4:01 Masquerade Suit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e9.The King is Victorious (Instrumental Version)* 6:40\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe King Is Victorious (Instrumental Version)*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e*Bonus Track for Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInterview with Karpis Maksudian (dr) with liner\/lyrics and translation!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduced by Karpis Maksudian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003emixed \u0026amp; mastered by Dario Mollo\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArrangement by Karpis Maksudian\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMariano Gardella Mariano Gardella: All Vocal\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNorifumi Shima Norifumi Shima: Lead Guitar\u003cbr\u003eBarry Sparks Barry Sparks: Bass\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKarpis Maksudian Karpis Maksudian: Drums\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDerek Sherinian Derek Sherinian : All Keyboards\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKai Brocks – Artwork \/ Art Direction\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpecial Guests for “The King Is Victorious” extended solo :\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTakehiko “Shake” Kogure,Craig Goldy,Rowan Robertson,Mark Zavon,\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDario Mollo,Rob Math,Michael T. Ross\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e[CD] [2026\/2\/18]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MochiobaseCD","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67831314088240,"sku":"RBNCD-1460","price":37.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/6585\/0672\/files\/190806692.jpg?v=1790124754","url":"https:\/\/mochiobasecd.com\/products\/diskheaven-190806692","provider":"MochiobaseCD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}