The Gems – Year of the Snake [CD]

Description

Rock sensation THE GEMS return with their second album Year Of The Snake, out on March 13, 2026. The Swedish trio solidifies their position as a strong player in modern hard rock. Their very first single, Like A Phoenix, instantly hit #2 on the German Rock Radio Airplay Charts and they impressed both fans and critics with their debut record Phoenix (2024). With one album under their belt, and numerous electrifying live shows, THE GEMS quickly established what Year Of The Snake now effortlessly proves: this is the future of rock! Shaping the genre with 14 new tracks, THE GEMS are all about the energy. The time to change is now!, proclaims opener Walls, before the hard hitting and empowering title track offers the albums first showstopping trio of frontwoman Guernica Mancinis powerful vocals, guitarist Mona Lindgrens heavy riffs and the heartbeat of the band; Emlee Johanssons steady drumming. Demonstrating just how much the future is really theirs to take, Gravity adds Tommy Johanssons (Majestica, Ex-Sabaton) powerful voice to an 80s inspired sound, taking Year Of The Snake up another level. Diamond In The Rough is an understatement compared to the blues-y strength this song possesses, while previously released Live And Let Go with its catchy rhythm is undeniable radio hit material a style this band wields extraordinarily well. Clout Chaser and Hot Bait come in uplifting, before THE GEMS delve into Forgive And Forget, a ballad in which Guernicas voice comes across especially strong. Go Along To Get Along again illustrates the Swedish fireballs breaking the chains of their past and emerging stronger from it as proven by speedy Math Aint Mathing, mighty Firebird, and Stars with its virtuoso guitar solo. Year Of The Snake is wrapped up by the catchy Buckle Up and Happy Water with energetic grooves that ends this album on a high note! In less than three years of existing as a band, THE GEMS have managed to shape modern rock like few other bands. Year Of The Snake is an impressive follow-up to their debut, filled to the brim with catchy anthems and groovy hits. This Swedish trio is on its way to the well-deserved top. Female, fiery, unforgettable: The future of rock is now!”

Tracklist:

1. Walls
2. Year Of The Snake
3. Gravity (feat. Tommy Johansson)
4. Diamond In The Rough
5. Live And Let Go
6. Clout Chaser
7. Hot Bait
8. Forgive And Forget
9. Go Along To Get Along
10. Math Aint Mathing
11. Firebird
12. Stars
13. Buckle Up
14. Happy Water

UPC: 810185198290
Label: Napalm
Release Date: 3.13.26
Format: CD