Legendary progressive metal act FATES WARNING celebrated the 30th anniversary of its third album, “Awaken The Guardian”, in 2016. The album was to become their final release to feature vocalist John Arch. That era’s lineup was rounded out by bassist Joe DiBiase, drummer Steve Zimmerman, along with current guitarist Frank Aresti and, of course, guitarist and main songwriter Jim Matheos. “Awaken The Guardian” also holds the honor as the band’s very first release to debut on the Billboard chart.
To celebrate 30 years since the album’s release, Matheos reassembled the “Awaken The Guardian”-era lineup for two special festival appearances: Keep It True XIX in Lauda-Konigshofen, Germany and Prog Power USA XVII in Atlanta, Georgia. Fortunately for fans that were not able to attend, each show was filmed and recorded.
Due on April 28 via Metal Blade, “Awaken The Guardian Live” consists of both festival performances in their entirety. This piece of progressive metal history will be available on CD, DVD, Blu-ray, and double gatefold vinyl.
