Sweden, Gothenburg based new band PLEASURELAND are about to release their full length debut, the self-titled “Pleasureland“. And if you love classic Scandianvian AOR with smooth vocals, melodic guitars and fluffy keyboards, be prepared for a pure 47 minute delight.
PLEASURELAND is formed by experienced musicians coming from from different musical backgrounds, but take for sure they share love for that classy ’80s sounds.
This fantastic six-piece has the best of two worlds: while on most the songs the lead vocals are performed by Björn Segerblad, he’s always is complemented by Jonna Sailon – so we have male / female vocals alternating lead / backing, creating wonderful harmonies. And what amazing singers are both!
And then we have an elegant guitar player, a skilled bassist performing 4 & 5 string basses, a dynamic drummer and a keyboardist with all the ’80s synth tricks at service.
And of course, the songs. We LOVE every song here. Take Eighties Swedish / Nowegian AOR, add ’80s American flavor ala Survivor / White Sister, and a pinch of British melodic rock circa 1987 = “Pleasureland”.
Indie release? Who cares; “Pleasureland” sounds better and more fresh than many major label releases, and we repeat: these songs are awesome classy AOR second to none.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
01 – Before I Die
02 – Hardly Believe It
03 – The Game
04 – City Of Rain
05 – Right Before My Eyes
06 – Shotgun City
07 – Waiting In The Wing
08 – White Light
09 – King Of Confusion
10 – Hate Stronger Than Love
11 – Mr Jackson
Björn Segerblad – lead & backing vocals
Jonna Sailon – lead & backing vocals
Jalle Westergren – guitars, keyboards & vocals
Tom Rydell – four and five string basses
Mathias Andrén – pianos, keyboards
Martin Fernandez – drums & percussion