Metal Hammer Gives Upon Wings’ ‘Afterlife’ EP a Shining Review in May Issue!

We’re so very excited to share the news that the legendary Metal Hammer Magazine has given our “Afterlife” EP a great review in their May 2013 print issue! Big thanks to the publication! Pick up a copy at stores around the globe! Here in the U.S., you can find Metal Hammer at many local stores, including Barnes and Noble!

Here’s what Metal Hammer writer Natasha Scharf had to say about Upon Wings:

“Hypnotic gothic rock that flits between symphonic and operatic metal while showcasing Anne Autumn Erickson’s dramatic vocals. Less bombastic than Tarja and not quite as flowery as early Within Temptation, but with a charm that is all its own.”

Femme Metal Webzine Gives ‘Afterlife’ a Glowing Review

Hey, guys! It’s been a minute, but we’re back with some great news: another good review of “Afterlife!”

Tony Cannella from Femme Metal Webzine gave Upon Wings a shining review of the “Afterlife” EP. Read and excerpt below, and find the full thing via this link! Thanks, Femme Metal Webzine!

Musically there is a lot to like about this band, but it was the enthralling vocals of Anne Autumn Erickson along with the thoughtful, introspective lyrics that drew me in.

Anne Autumn Erickson does have an operatic vocal style but it is not over-the-top. She knows exactly when to rein it in and be a little more subdued. Some singers are so enamored with the fact they have this immense vocal ability that sometimes they go a little overboard. Sometimes less is more, as Anne Erickson demonstrates. The opening song “Afterlife” is a perfect example of this. The vocals are breathtaking and filled with heartfelt passion. The song is also quite melodic and immediately enjoyable.

‘Afterlife’ Review – 9.5 out of 10 Stars from The Vacant

Big thanks to Jason Thompson of The Vacant for the stellar review of Upon Wings’ “Afterlife” EP! Check out a few of his kind words below, and read the full review here.

Lead singer, Anne Autumn Erickson, is the force behind it all, and has a beautiful personality to give the fans with it.  A brilliant combination to bless all of us with, and it is heard with amazing results in this EP, “AFTERLIFE.”

As always, thanks for all of your support, guys!

-UWs

Upon Wings ‘Afterlife’ EP Available Today!

Upon Wings, "Afterlife"

TODAY IS THE DAY! Upon Wings’ “Afterlife” EP is available for immediate download now at iTunes and Amazon MP3!

Enjoy it at the links below! Thanks for your love and support!

You have all been an inspiration to Upon Wings. XO.

iTunes: http://bit.ly/VYnMeq
Amazon MP3: http://amzn.to/YLfXpq

Upon Wings ‘Take Away’ Song Premiere via Guitar World Magazine

Big thanks to Guitar World Magazine for hosting the exclusive premiere of a new song off our “Afterlife” EP called “Take Away!” The song is the third track on our album, and Anne explains more about the song in the Guitar World post.

You can check out the premiere and story here.

Upon Wings’ “Afterlife” EP drops this Tuesday and is currently available for pre-order via iTunes.