With Lucas Turilli already planning on a 2014 release for a second album since his departure from Rhapsody… It was great time for Rhapsody, therefore Alex Staropoli’s Rhapsody of Fire, to show its new face on an album. But Staropoli took his time as he decided to settle his new lineup live first; and also admitted that he doesn’t have the same rhythm as his ex-composition colleague. But the most important thing was to go forward and achieve his goals. The result is Dark Wings Of Steel, which contrasts with Turilli’s last work through its return to a heavier, less pompous (regarding its orchestrations) music and which, as a result, allows a better understanding of the band’s split.

And speaking of split, in the following interview, Staropoli gives us the key to understanding how the band opted for such an unusual decision for its own good. And, obviously, the creative process of Dark Wings Of Steel hasn’t been forgotten in the discussion.

Read the interview…