VOODOO CIRCLE: New Album Lands On German Chart
March 9, 2011"Broken Heart Syndrome", the sophomore album from VOODOO CIRCLE, the German/British band featuring members of PRIMAL FEAR and PINK CREAM 69, has entered the German Media Control chart at position No. 64.
Commented guitarist Alex Beyrodt: "It's one of those days, I'm so grateful to be alive. I always believed in my vision to keep the spirit of the old masters alive. Thanks to each and everyone out there who bought the album and made it such a success."
Commented bassist Mat Sinner: "For me it's the biggest sensation since the chart entry of the first PRIMAL FEAR album. I always had the feeling that this album is something very special. I'm proud of the band. Thanks to the fans and our partners."
"Broken Heart Syndrome" was once again mixed and mastered by Dennis Ward (PINK CREAM 69, KROKUS),is described in a press release as "a huge step forward and shows the band's boundless musical possibilities."
An EPK (Electronic Press Kit) for "Broken Heart Syndrome" can be viewed below.
Commented the group: "The album title is a very personal statement. 2009 has been a difficult year for many of us. Also for [VOODOO CIRCLE] mastermind Alex Beyrodt who hit a personal rock bottom in early 2009. After an eventful year, he is now dusting himself off."
An audio sample of the song "No Solution Blues" can be streamed using the player below.
Alex is well known throughout the rock and metal scene as the mastermind of SILENT FORCE, former guitarist of SINNER and touring guitarist of PRIMAL FEAR. His exceptional compositions and instrumental skills secured him highest respect from other musicians and a strong worldwide fan base. In Japan, where quality is still the most important aspect when it comes to music, he is hailed as a "guitar hero" and fills the venues.
According to a press release, "Alex chose to walk in huge footsteps with VOODOO CIRCLE, because the immense impact and influence that bands like RAINBOW and DEEP PURPLE had are undeniable. But if there is just one German musician who can fill this big boots and arouse with new energy, we definitely talk about Alex Beyrodt."
VOODOO CIRCLE is:
Alex Beyrodt (PRIMAL FEAR, SILENT FORCE, SINNER) - Guitar
David Readman (PINK CREAM 69) - Vocals
Mat Sinner (SINNER, PRIMAL FEAR) - Bass
Markus Kullmann (DEZPERADOZ) - Drums
Zlatko "Jimmy" Kresic (LIQUID HOME) - Keyboards
VOODOO CIRCLE's self-titled debut album was released in 2008.
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