Factroy of Dreams

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Factory of Dreams is a gothic electronic and progressive rock project comprised of multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Hugo Flores from Portugal and vocalist Jessica Lehto from Sweden. Their collaboration began in 2008 and is known for its blend of symphonic metal, atmospheric soundscapes, and science-fiction-inspired lyrical concepts. 

Key members

• Hugo Flores: The project's mastermind, Flores handles all instrumental duties, production, and music creation. Before forming Factory of Dreams, he was involved in other projects like Sonic Pulsar and Project Creation.

• Jessica Lehto: Inspired by artists like The Gathering and Nightwish, Lehto provides the project's vocals, harmonies, and vocal arrangements. 

Musical style

Factory of Dreams' music is often described as symphonic metal or progressive rock with gothic and electronic elements. 

• Lyrical themes: Their music is frequently conceptual, exploring complex sci-fi and fantasy narratives. For example, their debut album Poles was set in a fantasy world called POLES, ruled by a "Generator of illusions, the Factory of Dreams".

• Sound: The project is characterized by heavy passages balanced by atmospheric parts, complex rhythms, and intricate instrumentals. Reviewers have also noted its densely composed, larger-than-life sound. 

Discography

• Poles (2008): The debut album, based on a fantasy world concept.

• A Strange Utopia (2009): The second album, which featured a heavier, more epic, and progressive sound.

• Melotronical (2011): A conceptual album about an electronic molecule evolving into a living entity.

• Some Kind of Poetic Destruction (2013): An album with a strong storyline that was nominated for a Metal Storm Award

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