Orginally “The Chase” was intended to be part ofPAT REILLY‘s albumPath to Transcendence, released January 3rd of 2020. However, at that time,PAT REILLYcouldn’t find a vocalist that fit what he was looking for. Opportunity knocked in 2021, andPAT REILLY, a huge fan ofEVERGREY, was able to bringTOM S. ENGLUND (also ofSILENT SKIES) aboard. The lyrics written byTOM S. ENGLUNDwere inspired by two concepts: finding comfort in isolation and seeing in the dark through the depths of confusion ( metaphorically ).“It is an incredible honor to have had the opportunity to work with Evergrey‘s Tom S. Englund, whom I believe to be one of the best vocalists in modern metal.”saysPAT REILLY, “I knew his vocals would be just perfect for this song.“
TADPOLE JONESfrom the bandMeridian Parkway had actually laid the drum tracks for “The Chase” during the recording session forPath to Transcendence. PAT REILLYproduced “The Chase” as well as playing guitar and bass. He also wrote all of the piano, synth and choir parts.
“The Chase” was mixed and mastered byKevin Antreassian (The Dillinger Escape Plan)of Backroom studios whom PAT REILLYpreviously worked with while recording with bandFellahin Fall.
The lyric video was created byJohn Kaimakamis, (Fate’s Warning,Badd Kharma) who is well-known audio engineer, video editor, digital designer and a photographer for Metal Hammerin Greece.
PAT REILLYAKA “Pat the Panther” is an international touring guitarist, session guitarist, and songwriter. Born and raised in Queens New York,PAT REILLY started playing guitar at the age of 16, drawing influence from renowned guitarists such as Mary Friedman (ex Megadeth), Dimebag Darrell (Pantera), and David Gilmour (Pink Floyd) to name a few. AlthoughPAT REILLY‘s musical passions lie in the metal genre, his songwriting is quite diverse, ranging from classically composed intros to full-fledged groove-based metal compositions. Many listeners may considerPATa “Shredder” but he shies from the term as he prides himself on the emotional element of songwriting and guitar playing, not so much on being purposely technical. PAT REILLY‘s songwriting philosophy is “Write for the song not for the ego.”
On the touring side of music, PAT REILLY‘s experience is fairly extensive. He has toured with bands such asTengger Cavalry,Through the Discipline,Vajra, andAwaken, playing several hundred shows throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe most notably performing at New York City’s prestigious Carnegie Hall.
As a solo artist,PAT REILLYhas released 5 instrumental tracks since 2017 and put out his first full-length album titledPath to Transcendenceon January 3rd of 2020. As of 2021,PAT REILLYis an active member of the bandsFellahin Fall and Rival Order while also fulfilling duties as a session guitarist for various other metal and hard rock bands. ContactPAT REILLYfor session work at
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