Greenleaf

The band fronted by Tommi Holappa (Dozer) has released terrific albums in recent years, including “Trails and Passes” and the most recent one, “Echoes From a Mass”. The Swedish have demonstrated their staying power with this latest offering: the gritty sound swings and rocks in the best tradition of 20th century bands. Their albums feature both up-tempo songs and more mellow, extended cuts, all with a modern retro vibe. Greenleaf fits in the tradition of bands like Graveyard, Truckfighters and Kadavar. So fans of those bands should take notice!

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