Mattador - III [CD]

Format: CD
Catalogue No.: FRCD1564
Barcode: 8024391156421 
Release Date: 19 Jun 2026
Genre: Hard Rock

Born from the fiery spirit and rich musical heritage of Puerto Rico, Mattador is a melodic rock powerhouse that blends soaring vocals, razor-sharp guitar work, and a rhythm section as tight as it is thunderous. During their initial run from 1988 to 1995, Mattador built a loyal following on the island and beyond, thanks to their electrifying live shows and emotionally charged songwriting. Their music resonated with fans of both melodic Hard Rock and Latin Rock, creating a cross-cultural bridge that set them apart from their contemporaries and earned them the privilege of working with world-class acts such as Aerosmith and Iron Maiden, among others. During this run, Mattador also caught the attention of the European rock scene, which led to their feature in various rock music charts and music magazines across Italy, France, Belgium, the UK, and beyond. After a decades-long hiatus, the original members of Mattador reunited in 2022, reigniting the creative fire that launched them all those years ago. What began as a nostalgic reconnection quickly blossomed into a full-fledged artistic rebirth. The result is "Mattador III", an album of all-new material that not only marks a return to form but also a bold step forward, infused with a lifetime of experience and influences from their international performances and collaborations as individuals with an array of well-known international artists during the band's hiatus. This new album, comprising 12 tracks, showcases the band's signature style through a diverse collection of songs, ranging from classic power ballads to exhilarating rock anthems, heavy guitar riffs, and fast-paced juggernauts. The album benefits from the engineering and co-production of Bob St. John, whose impressive resume includes collaborations with renowned bands such as Extreme, Dokken, Collective Soul, and Duran Duran, among many others. Their triumphant return caught the attention of Frontiers Music, the renowned Italian-based multinational rock label known for its roster of elite melodic and hard rock acts..

Tracklisting
1. Awake
2. Black Water
3. Out For Blood
4. Say You'll Stay
5. Levitate
6. Crawling
7. Some Kind Of Crazy
8. Falling Backwards
9. Portal
10. Slow Down
11. Moksha
12. No Way Out