Κυριακή 24 Αυγούστου 2025

REVIEW: EVERFLOW – Abandoned

 


EVERFLOW – Abandoned


Steel Gallery Records


Everflow, a Greek metal band originating from Ptolemaida in Northern Greece, released their debut album "Abandoned" after a 13-year period since their formation in 1998. The band is recognized as one of the notable active metal groups from Northern Greece, alongside bands such as Dark Nightmare.


The lineup features vocalist Markos Valavanis, whose previous experience includes singing in the band Anxiety, which contributed to the compilation "Greece Attacks" and produced two demos, one in 1990 and another in 2002. Guitarist Takis Tairidis also participated in Anxiety.



"Abandoned" showcases a power-progressive metal style, with production handled locally in Ptolemaida. The recording quality is commendable, highlighting the band's technical proficiency, particularly in guitar work and vocal performance. The album's composition aligns well with the genre, with notable tracks including "Cry," "Genius?," and "Forgive Me."


Live performances observed from the band suggest a solid execution of their material. The album demonstrates a mature sound, supported by Steel Gallery Records' efforts to deliver a high-quality release package.


In the context of recent releases within the power/progressive metal subgenre, "Abandoned" by Everflow stands out as a significant contribution. It is recommended for fans of the genre seeking new material from established Greek metal bands.


Ioannis Kaskamanidis


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