Artist description Over the course of their existence, Radakka have become an institution by packing local clubs and halls with the power and conviction of their incredible delivery, and in the process have established a strong and loyal fan base in Chicago and surrounding Midwest regions. The band honed and perfected their compositional skills with live performances, and through several widely successful demo tapes started receiving international press exposure. Radakka’s hard work and dedication to their music finally paid off in 1995 when Century Media took notice of their talents and convictions, and quickly signed the band to a worldwide contract. Radakka had an impressive list of over 35 songs to choose from when recording their Century Media debut, Malice and Tranquillity, in late 1995. Very removed from the American pop-punk and low-end trends of the time, Malice... was released in Europe where traditional/progressive metal has been widely supported this decade, while import orders and sales in the States began to appear at an alarming rate. An album that opened thousands of eyes with songs that imbedded themselves in peoples’ minds from the initial listen, Malice... was one of several releases that spearheaded the resurgence of the genre here in North America. Radakka became a US cult phenomenon, and European ears hailed the record as a debut masterpiece. After more than two years of writing since their acclaimed debut, Radakka felt that it was time to step up and show the world just how powerful and lasting their songs had become. It is with the same kind of conviction and songwriting knack that was shown on their debut that Radakka now offer their second effort, Requiem For The Innocent. Once again ridden with sheer talent and possessing even more mature structures and songs, Requiem... is an album to which fans and musicians can look to for inspiration and fulfillment. With the band's diversity and modern approach to a traditional hard rock/metal sound, Radakka display a kind of musical depth and undeniable class that far surpasses that of most rock and metal giants. With that in mind, it isn’t hard to understand why it took almost three years for the band to follow up their boastful debut. Guitarist Michael Posch states confidently, “Our goal is to make music on a level that all serious bands strive for, only a few can achieve, and even fewer can control."

Music Style Power Metal

Artist History Formed in their hometown of Chicago, Illinois at the end of the ‘80s, Radakka have always striven to write and perform a style of music that is emotionally directed and written with pride and vigor, regardless of its commercial accessibility or lack of trendiness. Specializing in a memorable, hard-hitting classic metal sound that stresses vocal importance and strong melodies, the quartet consistently refuse to succumb to current musical fads and stick to their guns by letting their high-quality songwriting speak for itself.

Group Members Jon Dobbs -- lead vocals, guitar Michael Posch -- guitar Randy Jostes -- bass Dean Maltese -- drums

Albums Requiem For the Innocent, Malace and Tranquility

Location Chicago, Ill. - USA

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