Released by: Frontiers Records
Release Date: March 14th, 2025
Genre: AOR/Melodic Rock
Links: https://streetlighttheband.com/
Line Up:
Johannes Häger – lead vocals and guitars
Filip Stenlund – guitars, backing vocals
John Svensson – keys, backing vocals
Erik Nilsson – drums, backing vocals
Johan Tjernström – bass, backing vocals
Tracklist:
1. Long-Distance Runner
2. Captured In The Night
3. Sleep Walk
4. Learn To Love Again
5. Late Night Hollywood
6. Leanna
7. Straight To Video
8. Where Eagles Fly
9. Where Did Love Go
10. End Game
Sweden’s STREETLIGHT has delivered an absolute gem with their latest album Night Vision, offering ten exquisite compositions that showcase their remarkable evolution as artists.
The talented quintet consisting of Johannes HÄGER (vocals, guitar), Filip STENLUND (guitar), John SVENSSON (keyboards), Johan TJERNSTRÖM (bass), and Erik NILSSON (drums) has crafted a collection that brilliantly merges classic and contemporary sounds in the melodic rock spectrum.
What immediately strikes the listener is how seamlessly STREETLIGHT blends the nostalgic AOR textures of the late 70s and early 80s with modern production values. The mixing quality elevates every note, creating a listening experience that feels both familiar and fresh.
Sonically, the album evokes the prime years of acts such as FOREIGNER, SURVIVOR, and NIGHT RANGER, while carving out its own distinctive identity. Songs like Leanna highlight their musical dexterity, delivering STYX-like complexity and polish that underscores their remarkable versatility.
HÄGER’s vocals stand out particularly, infusing each track with genuine emotion and passion. His delivery feels incredibly authentic – a performer who truly lives within the music he creates. This emotional connection forms the beating heart of the album.
Throughout Night Vision, the instrumental performances shine brilliantly. Guitar solos emerge with raw intensity reminiscent of Neal SCHON or Ritchie SAMBORA, while the keyboards dance through each arrangement, crafting sweet melodic phrases that linger in memory.
The production perfectly balances lush choral harmonies, tastefully assertive guitar work, and keyboard flourishes against a rock-solid rhythmic foundation that occasionally surprises with unexpected turns.For those who appreciate the finer points of melodic rock, Where Did Love Go delivers pure emotional resonance that will touch even the most stoic listener.
The album concludes with the ambitious End Game, a 7-minute 14-second progressive rock excursion that demonstrates the band’s remarkable musicianship and compositional intelligence. This finale showcases their ability to stretch beyond genre conventions while maintaining their melodic essence. Clocking in at a satisfying 42 minutes, Night Vision represents essential listening for anyone who appreciates finely crafted AOR/Melodic Rock. Despite its stylistic diversity, the album maintains a cohesive vision throughout, cementing STREETLIGHT’s position as one of the genre’s most promising talents in 2025.
Written by: Shadow Editor
Ratings: 8/10
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