Description
Chalice: Chameleonation | Hard Rock CD
Product Information
UPC: 4001617593622
Catalog Number: SPV CD 085-59362
Product Type: Music CD
Genre: Hard Rock
Format: Audio CD
Release Date: 2002
Publisher: MTM Music & Publishing
Label Code: LC02304
Country: Germany
Overview
"Chameleonation" is the sophomore album from German hard rock band Chalice, released in 2002 through MTM Music. This 12-track collection showcases the band's polished, melodic hard rock sound that blends powerful guitar work with memorable choruses and radio-friendly production. Opening with the brief instrumental "Welcome To..." before launching into the energetic title track, the album delivers a consistent blend of uptempo rockers and emotive mid-tempo tracks that highlight the band's technical proficiency and songcraft. Fans of European melodic hard rock and AOR (Album-Oriented Rock) will appreciate the album's combination of guitar-driven energy, keyboard textures, and accessible melodies across standout tracks like "Turn Into," "Run For Cover," and "Still Burnin'." "Chameleonation" exemplifies the sophisticated, production-focused approach to hard rock that characterized the early 2000s European scene, offering an appealing balance between commercial accessibility and instrumental credibility.
Product Features
- Format: Standard audio CD
- Content: 12 tracks of melodic hard rock
- Musical Style: European melodic hard rock/AOR with emphasis on guitar work and vocal melodies
- Production: Professional studio production with clear separation of instruments and polished mix
- Distribution: International distribution through various partners including SPV GmbH (Germany), Frontiers Records (Italy), and Cargo Records (England)
- Packaging: Standard jewel case with full album artwork and track details
- Label: Released on MTM Music & Publishing, a German label specializing in melodic rock and AOR
Interesting Facts
The Evolution of Chalice's Sound
"Chameleonation" represents a significant evolution in Chalice's musical development, following their debut album. The title itself suggests transformation, which is reflected in the band's more refined and commercially accessible approach on this release. While maintaining their hard rock foundations, the band embraced a more polished production style that aligned with the melodic hard rock revival occurring in Europe during the early 2000s. This period saw numerous bands blending traditional hard rock elements with more contemporary production techniques and songwriting approaches. Chalice's progression on this album demonstrates their ability to adapt to changing musical landscapes while retaining their core identity as a guitar-driven hard rock outfit.
MTM Music's Role in the Melodic Rock Revival
The album's release on MTM Music places it within an important chapter of European hard rock history. MTM (which stands for "More Than Music") was founded by Thomas Rettke, formerly of the band Heavens Gate, and became one of the most respected labels for melodic hard rock and AOR in Europe during the late 1990s and early 2000s. During a period when mainstream attention had shifted away from these styles, MTM provided a vital platform for both established acts and promising newcomers in the melodic rock genre. Their focus on high-quality production and international distribution helped maintain and nurture the European melodic rock scene through a challenging transitional period in the music industry.
International Distribution Network
The extensive international distribution network listed on the album reflects the specialized approach to marketing melodic rock in the early 2000s. With major labels largely abandoning the genre, companies like MTM relied on territory-specific distribution partners who understood local markets and had connections to specialized retail outlets and media. This approach allowed bands like Chalice to reach dedicated hard rock audiences across Europe despite operating outside mainstream channels. The list of distributors on the album packaging—including SPV in Germany, Frontiers in Italy, and Cargo in the UK—reads like a who's-who of important specialty distributors who played crucial roles in maintaining rock music infrastructure during a period of significant industry transformation.
Track Listing
- Welcome To... (0:50)
- Chameleonation (5:32)
- Turn Into (5:03)
- Falling (4:41)
- Run For Cover (4:35)
- Now We Are One (4:13)
- Leave You Tonight (5:09)
- Another Day (+9) (4:02)
- Never Before (5:03)
- Still Burnin' (3:50)
- Body & Soul (4:16)
- My Own Paradise (3:39)
Publishers
© 2002 MTM Music & Publishing Pariserstrasse 18, 81669 München, Germany Tel. +49 (0)89 44900455 - Fax +49 (0)89 44900457 www.mtm-music.com
International Distribution:
- Germany: SPV GmbH
- Switzerland: PHONAG AG
- Austria: MUSICA SCHALLPLATTEN VERTRIEB
- Sweden: SHOWTIME
- Denmark: NORDIC METAL
- England: CARGO RECORDS
- BeNeLux: SUBURBAN
- France: M10
- Spain & Portugal: GOIMUSIC
- Italy: FRONTIERS RECORDS
- Greece: REPTILE MUSIC
- Hungary: HMP
Made in Germany.
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