MEMORIES LAB

Memories Lab biography
MEMORIES LAB are from Messina, Italy formed by Claudio La Rosa (drums) and Giovanni Girone (vocals) with the idea of forming a progressive metal band in the style of PAIN OF SALVATION, OPETH, and SPOCK'S BEARD but also incorporating the form of the Italian progressive scene of the '70s. The band completed their line-up with Giuseppe Ruggeri (bass), Frank Martino (guitar) and Antonello Bruto (keyboards, synthesizer). The band began writing compositions and self produced a three track demo "Crossing the Soul Gate" in 2002. The band played live in Sicily and headlined the Iron Fest '03.

In 2004, they released their second EP "The Treasure." Martino and Bruto leave the band after a few live performances.

In 2006, Gianluca "Filtro" Rizzo (guitar) joins the band and they record a five track EP "Empathy."

In 2007, Francesco "Terence" Forestiere (keyboards, synthesizers) joined the band and they start working on their first full length concept album "Stronger Than Hate" which was recorded and mixed at Imago Sound Studios and mastered at Fascination Street Studio by Jens Bogren (OPETH, PAIN OF SALVATION, PARADISE LOST, SYMPHONY X to name a few). The debut album was released in January of 2009.

WHY THIS BAND IS IN THE ARCHIVES:
They were approved by the Prog Metal Team and are very highly recommended.