ABOUT FLAMEKEEPER
Founded by the Italian musician, spiritual agitator Marco S. Vermiglio in 2018, FLAMEKEEPER is a groundbreaking force that blends Epic Heavy Metal, Hard Rock and Folk into a unique sound that defies easy categorization. While they resonate with fans of Manowar, Primordial, Bathory and Dio, Flamekeeper are establishing themselves as a standalone act. Their songs are anthems of freedom, featuring iconic choruses that engage audiences and inspire sing-alongs.
Based in Stockholm, the international mosaic that constitutes the FLAMEKEEPER’s live
line-up a brings a Southern European heritage that contributes to their unique sound and stage presence, featuring Filipe Jesus Minhava from Portugal on guitar, Davide Benincaso from Italy on bass and Axel Johansson from Sweden on drums, with Marco S. Vermiglio leading the band as the main vocalist.
Flamekeeper has already captivated audiences at the House of the Holy Festival in Austria and Old Grave Fest in Romania, and with one-off performances in Italy, Sweden, Finland, and Switzerland.
“FLAMEKEEPER”
Released by Invictus Production on May 10th, 2024
The songwriting and production processes for the highly anticipated debut album, simply
named “Flamekeeper”, lasted cumulatively almost 4 years, necessary to establish and refine
the FLAMEKEEPER’s epic, life-affirming and explosive sound: anthemic choruses suitable
for stadium-wide sing-alongs alternate with intimate and dramatic instrumental sections,
echoing the Southern European heritage brought by Vermiglio and Minhava.
FLAMEKEEPER aims not to belong to any musical scene, but to tell the story of how finding
out who you really are, living according to your nature and embracing your purpose in this
world represent the only key to achieve true freedom.
“The production is natural, but powerful enough for the heroic atmosphere that runs through all the songs, while still capturing different moods and creating variety within this framework. But the best thing is the honest fervor with which the music is presented, which makes it sound absolutely authentic and captivating.”
9/10 Rock Hard Germany
“Everything about “Flamekeeper”, from its instrumentation and atmosphere to its production and arrangements, is simply over the top. This album sounds HUGE, letting the listener know it’s go big or go home. Flamekeeper charms with an otherworldly concoction of intoxicating melodies, emotional performances, and exotic instrumentation, establishing a style that is distinctly his/theirs.”
10/10 – Defenders of the Faith
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