{"id":123,"date":"2026-04-20T20:46:49","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T20:46:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marinerfm.eu\/?p=123"},"modified":"2026-04-24T20:31:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-24T20:31:02","slug":"news-from-vanderlust","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marinerfm.eu\/?p=123","title":{"rendered":"News From: \u00a0Vanderlust"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Out Now! VANDERLUST’s New Sci-Fi Metal Opera “The Human Farm” via Rockshots Records<\/strong><\/u><\/p>\n\n\n\n

+ Video \u201cViral Escape\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Following the release of their new concept album “The Human Farm<\/strong>“, Italian metal band Vanderlust<\/strong> presents the official music video for \u201cViral Escape<\/strong>\u201d, one of the record\u2019s most intense and representative tracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Built on high-speed momentum and sharp, dynamic arrangements, \u201cViral Escape<\/strong>\u201d captures a crucial turning point within the album\u2019s narrative. As the rebellion against the Coelacanth spreads across multiple planets, the track mirrors the urgency and scale of a coordinated uprising, where communication becomes the catalyst for collective action. The escape plan, encoded under the name \u201cThe Cave<\/strong>\u201d, propagates across worlds, transforming isolated resistance into a unified movement toward freedom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Musically, the track stands as one of the album\u2019s most powerful statements, blending the band\u2019s melodic metal foundation with intricate structures, progressive nuances, and a strong sense of forward drive. It is a defining example of Vanderlust<\/strong>\u2019s evolving identity: energetic yet controlled, refined yet aggressive, always serving the narrative arc of the concept.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Taken from “The Human Farm<\/strong>“, a sci-fi concept album exploring the tension between protection and freedom, \u201cViral Escape<\/strong>\u201d highlights the band\u2019s ability to merge storytelling and composition into a cohesive listening experience. The album unfolds as a continuous journey, where each track contributes to a broader narrative shaped by philosophical questions and dystopian scenarios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the release of the official music video, Vanderlust <\/strong>offers listeners a deeper insight into the storyline behind the track, emphasizing the thematic core of the album while reinforcing the connection between music and narrative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Music Video – <\/strong>\u201cViral Escape<\/strong>\u201d – <\/strong>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=aWWgrSg8EDU<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“The Human Farm<\/strong>” is out now as of April 17, 2026, via Rockshots Records<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CD<\/strong> – https:\/\/rockshots.eu\/products\/vanderlust-the-human-farm<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Add to your Spotify playlist <\/strong>– https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/album\/1egDAUCkQQNRBm8kh0rx8D<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lyric Video – Golden Shackles<\/strong>\u201d – https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=_X0udWN7m7Y<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Track Listing:
\u200b<\/strong>1. Humanity 2.0 – The Human Farm
2. Golden Shackles
3. The Turning Point
4. Connection Failed
5. Viral Escape
6. \u2026 Find Them!
7. Battlefield
8. From The Cave – Fuga
9. Drive
10. Reborn \u2026 Again
11. Humanity 3.0: The New Canaan
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\u200bLine-up:<\/strong>\u200b
Ricca “ZP” Morello: Vocals
Francesco “Franz” Romeggini: Guitars, Backing Vocals
David Cantina: Bass
Giacomo Mezzetti: Drums, Backing Vocals<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More info:
\u200b<\/strong>https:\/\/rockshots.eu\/<\/a>\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u200bhttps:\/\/www.facebook.com\/vanderlustofficial\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BIOGRAPHY:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanderlust<\/strong> was born from a precise artistic vision: to tell science fiction stories through the language of melodic\/progressive metal. What began as an ambitious concept soon evolved into a fully developed identity, where traditional heavy and power metal foundations merge with progressive structures, intricate riffing, and atmospheric textures shaped by a futuristic imagination.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At the creative core stands guitarist Francesco Romeggini, whose compositional direction defines the band\u2019s sonic architecture. His ideas, later refined collectively by the band, result in a dynamic balance between technical detail and emotional depth. The members bring experience from previous acts such as S91, Dreal, and Speed Kills, combining classic metal roots with a forward-looking approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanderlust<\/strong>\u2019s sound can be described as energetic, refined, and intricate, yet always driven by narrative purpose. Melodic power metal emerges strongly in the vocal phrasing, while progressive elements influence structures and rhythmic patterns rather than sheer song length. Sci-fi atmospheres surface not only through thematic choices but also through electronic layers and occasional orchestral arrangements, reinforcing the cinematic scale of their storytelling without losing the grit of traditional metal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With “The Human Farm<\/strong>“, the band reaches a clear stage of maturation. Expanding beyond the more traditional framework of their debut, Vanderlust<\/strong> intensifies their progressive edge and strengthens the conceptual dimension of their work. The album unfolds as a cohesive narrative journey, exploring themes of freedom, control, and existential choice delivered through high-energy tracks, dynamic contrasts, and emotionally charged moments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On stage, the band translates complexity into impact. Rather than focusing solely on instrumental execution, Vanderlust<\/strong> aims for a powerful, engaging live presence, ensuring that the emotional force of their music connects directly with the audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Vanderlust<\/strong> stands at the intersection of classic melodic metal and progressive sci-fi – a band committed to building worlds, not just songs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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