{"id":4350,"date":"2024-02-17T13:53:15","date_gmt":"2024-02-17T13:53:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artistherald.com\/?p=4350"},"modified":"2024-02-17T13:53:17","modified_gmt":"2024-02-17T13:53:17","slug":"dragonforce-releases-metal-cover-of-taylor-swifts-wildest-dreams","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artistherald.com\/?p=4350","title":{"rendered":"DragonForce releases metal cover of Taylor Swift&#8217;s &#8216;Wildest Dreams&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>The band once covered the track on tour.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DragonForce, the London power metal band known for their high-energy performances, has put their unique spin on Taylor Swift&#8217;s hit song &#8216;Wildest Dreams&#8217;.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ufeffThe cover, titled &#8216;Wildest Dreams (DragonForce&#8217;s Version)&#8217;, is set to be a bonus track on the CD edition of their upcoming album &#8216;Warp Speed Warriors&#8217;, slated for release on March 15. Fans can already listen to the cover on digital platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Energetic Rendition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clocking in at under three minutes, DragonForce&#8217;s rendition of &#8216;Wildest Dreams&#8217; takes the original love song and gives it a turbo-speed makeover.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With hyper shred-heavy guitar riffs and intense vocals, the cover showcases the band&#8217;s signature style in full force. Accompanied by an official video featuring live tour footage, the cover captures the band&#8217;s electrifying stage presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Collaboration with Alissa White-Gluz<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DragonForce previously performed &#8216;Wildest Dreams&#8217; with Alissa White-Gluz, the lead vocalist of Arch Enemy, during their tour last year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The collaboration brought a new dynamic to the song, further highlighting the band&#8217;s versatility and ability to reimagine popular tracks in their own metal style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Upcoming Shows and Tours<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Following the release of their album, DragonForce is scheduled to embark on a series of North American shows supporting Dethklok this spring.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Known for their captivating live performances, the band&#8217;s tour promises to deliver an unforgettable experience for metal enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Taylor Swift&#8217;s Ongoing Success<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meanwhile, Taylor Swift continues to make waves in the music industry with her highly anticipated album releases and successful tours.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Her latest album, &#8216;1989 (Taylor&#8217;s Version)&#8217;, received critical acclaim upon its release last October, showcasing her ability to reinvent herself while staying true to her musical roots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Future Projects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Swift is gearing up for the release of her 11th studio album, &#8216;The Tortured Poets Department&#8217;, scheduled for April 19. As she continues her &#8216;Eras Tour&#8217; with performances in Australia and upcoming shows in the UK and Ireland, fans can expect more surprises and innovations from the iconic artist.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The band once covered the track on tour. 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