With over 15 years of experience, Italians SANDNESS have cemented their place in the European hard rock scene with a high-energy sound blending hard rock, power pop, hair metal and classic metal sound from the ’80s. Their music delivers sharp riffs, infectious hooks and anthemic choruses, with the band mentioning Mötley Crüe, Def Leppard, Cheap Trick and Whitesnake as main influence.
We featured here some of their previous albums, good platters of rock n’ roll with a commercial feel and aslightly sleazy touch. Their fifth studio album, ”Vertigo”, marks a new evolution in their sound, more melodic hard rockin’ in the classic style, think Y&T, D-A-D, The Darkness, even UFO – timeless classic melodic hard rock.
Produced by Alessandro Del Vecchio, the album balances modern and vintage rock aesthetics, making it both radio-friendly and stadium-ready. Tracks like “Per Aspera Ad Astra” bring arena-rock power, while “Back For More” (featuring Del Vecchio on Hammond) offers a bluesy groove, and “Draw The Line” dives into AOR influences.
“Not Your Dog” is a powerful and catchy anthem about independence and breaking free from control and expectations. With gritty guitars, punchy rhythms and bold vocals, this one rocks hard.
Written during a time of personal and professional change, the album embraces a new songwriting approach while staying true to the band’s signature sound.
Despite being a trio, Sandness deliver a massive performance, filled with relentless energy. Having toured with Lita Ford, Nazareth and Tygers Of Pan Tang, they are primed for further international exposure.
With a loyal fanbase, growing digital presence and a solid catalog, Sandness are set to make ”Vertigo” their biggest success yet.
1. Per Aspera Ad Astra
2. The Match
3. Draw The Line
4. From Zero To Hero
5. Back For More
6. Midnight Dance
7. Rock‘n’Roll High
8. Not Your Dog
9. Neverending Road
10. Train of Time
Mark: Bass, lead and backing vocals
Metyou: Drums and backing vocals
Robby: Lead and rhythm guitar, lead and backing vocals
Sandness – Vertigo 2025, MP3+FLAC
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