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Key Features & Collector Details
- Second solo album from Brazilian vocalist Gus Monsanto (ex-Adagio, Takara, Revolution Renaissance, Supremacy)
- Originally released September 2 (digital & physical)
- Written and composed entirely by Gus Monsanto
- Recorded at Monsanto Studios (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)
- Co-produced by Gus Monsanto & Eduardo Belchior (Sweden)
- Mixed in Ă–rebro, Sweden
- Mastered by Ronny Milianowicz
- Features performances from a wide circle of respected musicians and collaborators
- 13-track album blending Melodic Hard Rock, AOR, and Classic Metal influences
- Showcases a powerful, versatile vocal style comparable to Jeff Scott Soto / David Reece
- Includes standout tracks: “Unbroken,” “Imaginary Friends,” “Serendipity,” “Daisy Chain,” “Stentorian”
- Emotional depth on tracks inspired by personal loss (“Polaroid,” “Cavok”)
- A dynamic mix of acoustic passages, arena-ready choruses, and modern melodic rock production
For Fans Of: Dokken, Journey, Winger, Skid Row, Giant, Bon Jovi, Jeff Scott Soto, Hardline
ABOUT THE ALBUM
Gus Monsanto returns with Dandelions, a powerful and deeply personal second solo album that cements his place among the elite voices in melodic hard rock. With a career spanning over two decades and contributions to more than 30 releases—including work with Adagio, Takara, and Revolution Renaissance—Monsanto brings both experience and emotional weight to this release.
Recorded in Rio de Janeiro and refined through international collaboration in Sweden, Dandelions delivers a polished yet heartfelt sound that blends classic influences with modern melodic rock sensibilities. From the driving opener “Unbroken”—packed with soaring vocals and a 90s-inspired structure—to the genre-hopping intensity of “Imaginary Friends,” Monsanto proves he’s not just a vocalist, but a complete artist with a clear vision.
The album shines in its diversity. Tracks like “Serendipity” and “This Game” lean into rich AOR territory with massive hooks and radio-ready choruses, while “Stentorian” explodes with bombastic energy and arena-sized presence. On the more personal side, “Polaroid” and “Cavok” provide emotional depth, written in memory of his late father, adding a layer of sincerity that elevates the entire record.
Gus Monsanto’s vocal performance is the centerpiece throughout—powerful, expressive, and versatile—shifting effortlessly between melodic warmth and commanding intensity. Whether channeling the spirit of classic bands like Journey and Dokken or pushing into heavier territory with flashes of Priest, Maiden, and Van Halen-inspired energy, Dandelions never loses its identity.
This is a well-crafted, passionate album that rewards repeat listens and stands as a testament to Monsanto’s talent as both a songwriter and performer.
A must-hear for fans of melodic hard rock, AOR, and powerful vocal-driven music.
TRACKS
Unbroken / Imaginary Friends / Polaroid / Cavok / Serendipity / Stentorian / Dandelions / What Doesn’t Kill Me / This Game / Daisy Chain / Waiting For A Sign / The Circus Left Town / Hypnotized
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