Masterplan - 'The Call' (official music video)

I hear a call
It's time to go
To where the river of hope forever flows
And I know my friends are behind

The road ahead Is long and wide,
With every step, our hearts sink to the ground
But we're chasing rays of life

Crawl from shadows
Over lake of your fears
How can't you see
The place we’ll be

Fly from madness
Over sea of lost dreams
Don't look behind
Let’s just break free

The call from heaven

We walk the line,
Just side by side,
On this path, we won't drown in a sea of lies.
There’s a fire in your eyes.

No turning back,
No looking down,
We wear our dreams like a golden crown.
We will stand our ground

Crawl from shadows
Over lake of your fears
How can't you see
The place we’ll be

Fly from madness
Over sea of lost dreams
Don't look behind
Let’s just break free

The call from heaven

We sailed from Babylon
To find - Insight which is the only one - this way

We’ll face days of the flee
We carry on this way
We're here for the day.

Crawl from shadows
Over lake of your fears
How can't you see
The place we’ll be

Fly from madness
Over sea of lost dreams
Don't look behind
Let’s just break free

The call from heaven

I want to hear Mom’s lullaby,
Her voice so soft, it makes me fly again.
“My sweet child, sleep tight,
Don’t you cry, my heart, I’m by your side.”
Sing to me, Mom, just one more time,
My eyes won’t close, no matter how I try.
Everywhere I roam, no matter how far I go,
In her arms, I close my eyes.
I want to hear her lullaby, once more.
Once I close my eyes,
I want to hear her lullaby
Once more...

Sing to me, one more time...

Δισκογραφική επιστροφή μετά από εννέα έτη για τους Masterplan. Ο διάδοχος του δίσκου διασκευών (σε τραγούδια των Helloween) "PumpKings" φέρει τον τίτλο "Metamorphosis" και αναμένεται στα τελειώματα του πρώτου καλοκαιρινού μήνα. Φέτος οι Masterplan συμπληρώνουν ένα τέταρτο αιώνα ύπαρξης.

Δημιουργήθηκαν το 2001 από τον (κιθαρίστα) Roland Grapow και τον (drummer) Uli Kusch όταν αποχώρησαν από τους Helloween. (Εμένα βέβαια με "τράβηξε" περισσότερο η παρουσία του Jørn Lande στα φωνητικά.) Έχουν κυκλοφορήσει έξι full length albums, τρία EPs, ένα live album, ένα box set και κάποια singles...

Δελτίο τύπου: «Masterplan stand among the most enduring and influential names in German power metal. Founded in 2001 by guitarist Roland Grapow and drummer Uli Kusch following their exit from Helloween, the band quickly established a distinctive identity built on strong melodies, technical precision, and an epic yet modern metal approach.

Their self-titled debut album, released in 2003, was met with widespread critical acclaim and immediate chart success, setting the standard for a career defined by consistency and evolution.

Over the years, Masterplan have released several highly regarded albums -including Aeronautics, MK II, Time to Be King and Novum Initium- each showcasing refined songwriting and a powerful balance between classic power metal energy and progressive elements.

Their work earned them international recognition, extensive touring across Europe and beyond, and industry accolades that confirmed their status as a leading force in the genre. After a prolonged hiatus from studio releases, Masterplan have re-emerged with renewed creative drive.

The band recently signed a new worldwide deal with Frontiers Music SRL, marking a significant milestone and the beginning of a new chapter in their career. This partnership sets the stage for their long-awaited return with a brand-new studio album, Metalmorphosis, scheduled for release in May.

True to its title, Metalmorphosis represents both transformation and continuity: a heavier, more aggressive edge combined with the melodic sophistication that has always defined Masterplan's sound.

With renewed focus, sharpened songwriting, and decades of experience behind them, Masterplan are poised to reaffirm their relevance and deliver one of the most anticipated power metal releases of the year.»

Band: Masterplan
Country of origin: Germany
Location: Hamburg
Formed in: 2001
Genre: Power Metal
Years active: 2001-present

Video: "The Call"
Album: "Metamorphosis"
Type: Full length
Release date: June 26th, 2026
Label: Frontiers Music Srl
Format: CD, 2LP

Track listing:
01. Chase the Light 05:51
02. Electric Nights 04:40
03. Shadow Man 03:52
04. Bound to Fall 04:21
05. Pain of Yesterday 04:52
06. Metalmorphosis 05:28
07. Through the Storm 04:15
08. Ghostlight 04:47
09. The Call 08:15
10. Rise Again 04:18

Band members:
Roland Grapow - Guitars
Axel Mackenrott - Keyboards
Jari Kainulainen - Bass
Rick Altzi - Vocals
Kevin Kott - Drums

Miscellaneous staff:
Roland Grapow - Recording, Mixing, Mastering