EP Review: Bjarte K. Helland - Maniae (2021)
Picture Credit: Bjarte K. Helland Bjarte K. Helland - Maniae Release Date: June 18, 2021 Label: selfrelease Format: Digital Length: 22:52 Genre: Prog Metal / Fusion Origin: Bergen , Norway Bjarte K. Helland might be well-known to some readers since the Norwegian musician plays the drums for Pitch Black Mentality , FastLoaders , and Quadrasonic . And now, Bjarte K. Helland has written and recorded his first work as a solo artist. The outcome is the four-track EP “Maniae” featuring 22 minutes of music that is full of surprises and artistic passion. Mastermind Bjarte K. Helland has played his favourite instrument on the EP “Maniae” – the drums. Full of joy, energy, and sheer force he proves that he is more than just acquainted with numerous demanding techniques of Jazz, Progressive Rock and Heavy Metal. The complex and yet catchy patterns created by drummer Bjarte K. Helland build a sonic foundation for the work of his two guest musicians – two other geniuses at their i...