![]() And with 2021 welcoming the release of fifth album, Noktvrn, the Germans are looking to expand the minds and perspectives of their ever-increasing fanbase, similar to how they pushed themselves in every element of the new album’s creation. Progressive, avant-garde black metal experimentalists DER WEG EINER FREIHEIT have never stopped smashing through the boundaries of the genre they’ve called home since forming in early 2009. The future looks bright for Thomas Thunder! Thomas also is a member of the high IQ society Mensa. Since age 12, his original music is published on all streaming platforms like Spotify, Apple and Amazon. Becoming a professional musician, performing live, and Prog Rock songwriting are his musical goals. This superstar collaboration has solidified for Thomas to continue on the path as a musician and songwriter. Not only has Derek contributed to Thomas’ songs but has produced them as well. Thomas has written several songs that feature one of his musical idols Derek Sherinian on keyboards. In fact, Thomas grabbed the attention of the ‘King of Keyboards’ Derek Sherinian (Sons of Apollo member ex Dream Theater Alice Cooper, etc) with his songs. His love of Progressive Rock bands like Sons of Apollo, Dream Theater and Tool permeate his songwriting. He also has achieved three Number One hits on the independent music chart The Fabchart. Thomas has also been featured on the British Prog Rock blog, participated in radio and Podcast interviews, and landed the cover of American Pride Magazine. At age 10 years old, Thomas released his first single, and he was awarded a prize in the Eventide Theater Songwriting competition. He started playing in a performance band by age eight at School of Rock, and it was there that Thomas was inspired to start songwriting himself. Thomas began his journey as a musician when he started drum lessons at age five. With his intricate Progressive Rock songs that include odd time signatures and unique instrumentation he has captured the attention of fans as well as professional musicians. Barely in his teens, this young musician from Southern New England is here to prove that children can not only perform as a musician, but be a successful songwriter as well. This holds true for 14 year old Drummer and Progressive Rock songwriter Thomas Thunder. Thomas is writing an album, The Pharaoh’s Temple, to be released in September 2021 that will feature Derek, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal and Tony Franklin.Ī powerful quote by the renowned genius Albert Einstein. I look forward to seeing how he will evolve as he creates more and more.” Thomas is definitely advanced for his years as both a writer and a player. “I was thrilled to play on Thomas’s album, with such an esteemed group of musicians. I’m on his album along with my Sons of Apollo bandmate Derek Sherinian, and bass player Tony Franklin. He’s a very intricate songwriter that writes this amazing, crazy stuff that has been so tough to play. Thomas is a young up and coming musician and he’s a phenomenal drummer. ![]() “Ive had the pleasure of playing on the soon to be released album of Thomas Thunder. I think the future is bright for young Thomas Thunder!” ![]() ![]() I was extremely impressed with his creativity, and use of advanced harmony for a kid his age. “I have had the pleasure of working with Thomas on his debut album. The single was Mixed/Mastered by Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal. Guest musicians include Derek Sherinian (Sons of Apollo, ex Dream Theater) on keyboards, Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal (Sons of Apollo, ex Guns n Roses) on guitar and Tony Franklin (The Firm, Jimmy Page) on bass. The new single “Crystal Illusion” written by 14 year-old songwriter and drummer Thomas Thunder is an epic Progressive Metal anthem. Thomas Thunder’s “Crystal Illusion” buy/stream links:
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