Switzerland: Legenda Aurea (Metal)

Location: Aarau, Switzerland (2005 – present);

Genres: Symphonic Power Metal;

Current line-up: Michael Herkenrath (bass); Philipp Eichenberger (drums); Odilo von Ins (guitars); Renato Trinkler (keyboards); Simone Christinat (vocals);

“Coming from Switzerland, LEGENDA AUREA combine progressive arrangements and mind crushing riffs with an angelic voice, catchy melodies and thought-provoking lyrics. While being very diverse, they always manage to keep up their very own uniqueness, what gives a very high recognition value.

Years of Coldness from Sedna (2007)

LEGENDA AUREA was founded in August 2005 by former drummer Martin Roth and keyboarder Renato Trinkler. As their first step into the public, they released a song on the Swiss newcomer-sampler Heavy Metal Nation III.

It's Over from Sedna (2007)

The glorious reviews were even excelled when their first full-length record - Sedna - was released a little later via self-distribution. As the band was signed by Twilight Zone Records a few months later, the first album got re-released and merchandised once again. After some solemnised concerts in German-speaking Switzerland (including gigs with Nocturnal Rites (SWE) and Thunderstone (FIN)) and two line-up changes (Phillip Eichenberger, drums / Simone Christinat, vocals), they started working on their second album - Ellipsis.

Reflections from Ellipsis (2009)

The music got heavier and more unique, and the band has developed itself further. The recordings for Ellipsis were done in Orebro, (SWE) at the Fascination Street Studios, where also Opeth, Amon Amarth, Symphony X and Pain of Salvation hammered their records.”

Discography:

2007 – Sedna (Full-length)

2009 – Ellipsis (Full-length)

You can find more information on their official webpage, and follow them on Myspace and Facebook.