"If you thought the goth metal division was getting cluttered with bands who are just copying each other, then Achilla might just freshen up your attitude. They're heavy, melodic and have the touch of individuality that must just see them soar"
Malcolm Dome (Metal Hammer)
"A shining example of the talent on offer in the UK metal scene. If only more people were prepared to scratch beyond the surface of the mainstream, the likes of Achilla are the delights waiting to be discovered."
Jerry Ewing (Classic Rock)
They’ve been called The United Nations Of Contemporary Rock, and with good reason.
Take one Hungarian vocalist with an amazing range (Martamaria), a British bassist who also plays sitar and world instruments (Charlie), plus an Italian guitarist who does backing vocals (Daniele) and an Italian drummer (Vincenzo). Stir vigorously in a London setting and you have Achilla, one of the most exciting young bands on the 21st Century Rock Scene.
They blend a smorgasbord of influences (from extreme metal to gothic, electronic to world music, folk to progressive), in the process coming up with a visionary sound. Martamaria’s amazing range (she’s actually cited in the Guinness Book Of Records!) is brilliantly complemented by astonishing instrumentalists. Power, power, precision and passion - this lot have it all. Acclaimed by TotalRock Radio, Metal Hammer magazine (UK), Fireworks magazine and The Guardian newspaper, the band have had one track – Wild Flower – showcased on a cover mounted CD by Powerplay magazine, while another song, Arashi, is included on a Metal Hammer CD.
Constantly touring, Achilla are that rarity among modern bands: one that pays respect to the rich heritage of rock, while also striding determinedly forward into an exciting future.
Achilla Biog by Malcolm Dome (Metal Hammer)