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7Keys Unveils Epic New Video for "Gates of Glory" – A Sweeping Melodic Metal Journey

Rising melodic metal project 7Keys has unveiled their highly anticipated official music video for "Gates of Glory," premiered on November 1, 2024. The video is a stunning visual and musical journey that captures the essence of adventure and epic conquest, serving as a flagship release from the band's instrumental debut album, Æther. Now streaming on all major platforms, Æther and the latest video are already making waves within the metal community.

The band had this to say about the video: "'Gates of Glory' is a sweeping, epic journey that plunges listeners into a world of vast landscapes, treacherous mountains, and shadowed forests as they follow the relentless path of our heroes. From the first note, an intriguing melody sets the stage, echoing with a sense of destiny and determination."

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Song Highlights and Storytelling Through Music

The track opens with a captivating melody that instantly sets the tone for an odyssey. Rhythmic beats pulse through the verses, evoking the tension and resolve of a journey through unknown lands, each twist and turn introducing new challenges and allies. "'The verses capture the grit and determination of our heroes," the band shares, "'and each encounter brings trials, some dark and near impossible, while others offer glimpses of hope and courage."

The song’s chorus surges forward as a powerful anthem, embodying unity and fierce spirit as the heroes press on toward the legendary "Gates of Glory." The music ebbs and flows, carrying listeners through emotional highs and lows—moments of doubt balanced by exhilarating victories. By the final shift in tonality, listeners feel as if they’ve stood alongside the heroes at the threshold of ultimate triumph.

About 7Keys and Æther

Formed by guitarist Márcio Teixeira and bassist Igor Rodrigues, 7Keys is dedicated to melodic metal, delivering intricate guitar harmonies and atmospheric soundscapes that captivate audiences. The band initially sought a vocalist to bring their ambitious vision to life but ultimately embraced an instrumental approach to highlight their rich compositions. Alongside second guitarist Gabriel Pereira, the trio has crafted over 20 original tracks, with Æther capturing the band's musical prowess in a dynamic, story-driven format.

Credits for Æther

    Song Composition: Márcio Teixeira / Igor Rodrigues
    Recording Studio: Rec’n’Roll Studio
    Recording Engineer: João Barros
    Mixing / Mastering Engineer: Luís Barros
    Producers: Luís Barros & Paulo Barros
    Special Thanks: Paulo Barros, for his mentorship and invaluable support.

What’s Next for 7Keys?

With the release of "Gates of Glory" and Æther, 7Keys has established a firm foothold as an instrumental force in the melodic metal world. The band remains in search of the perfect vocalist to bring new dimensions to their sound, with hopes that this video will resonate with fans and potential collaborators alike.

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