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Heavy Metal Project Ampicore Releases Lyric Video for "Hoplites and Barbarians"

  • Jason Hesley
  • Apr 22, 2025
  • 1 min read

Ampicore unveils the second chapter of March Up Country—The Rock Opera with “Hoplites and Barbarians,” a thunderous track that narrates the moment Persian satrap Cyrus the Younger enlists 10,000 Greek mercenaries to pursue imperial ambitions.


Hoplites and Barbarians" takes listeners on a journey back to ancient history, recounting the moment Persian satrap Cyrus the Younger recruits 10,000 Greek mercenaries to advance his imperial ambitions. The song delivers a potent blend of rock, metal, and cinematic storytelling, showcasing Ampicore’s unique style.


With March Up Country – The Rock Opera, Frederic Frees brings his lifelong passion for music and history, creating a dynamic and introspective work that merges epic rock with deep historical themes.


The upcoming album features a powerful narrative, combining sweeping musical arrangements with compelling lyrics that tell the story of war, survival, and the intricacies of human ambition.


March Up Country – The Rock Opera is set to release soon via Wormholedeath.

 
 
 

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