Factory Of Dreams - A Strange Utopia

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Review by Dave Williams

A Strange Utopia by Factory Of Dreams: A Wild Ride Through Symphonic Chaos Alright, let’s talk about A Strange Utopia, the 2009 album from Factory Of Dreams. If you’re into genres like rock, metal, and pop/rock—or more specifically styles like goth rock, heavy metal, and symphonic rock—you might wanna give this one a spin. Released under ProgRock Records (Germany and Russia repping hard here), it’s got that mix of dark vibes, epic orchestration, and just enough edge to keep things interesting. First off, Hugo Flores is basically everywhere on this record—he wrote it, produced it, performed most of it, and probably made coffee for everyone while they recorded. Jessica Lehto handles vocals, and she absolutely nails the whole haunting-meets-powerful vibe. Honestly, her voice ties everything together in ways I didn’t expect. Now, onto some standout tracks. There’s “The Weight of the World,” which comes in like three different versions because apparently once wasn’t enough. The regular version hits hard—it’s got this driving rhythm with layers of synths that feel kinda cinematic, like you’re watching the soundtrack to your own moody sci-fi movie. Then there’s the radio edit, which trims the fat but still keeps the emotional punch. It’s one of those songs where the chorus sticks in your head long after it’s over. Like…you’ll be humming it while brushing your teeth or something. No shame. Another track that caught my attention was “Vacation In Venus.” First time I heard it, I thought, "Wait, are we talking space travel or just daydreaming about chilling on another planet?" Either way, it works. The song has this upbeat yet slightly melancholic energy—like you’re floating through space but also kinda lonely at the same time. The blend of crunchy guitars and lush symphonic elements is what makes Factory Of Dreams stand out. You can tell Hugo put a ton of thought into every layer. Oh, and how could I forget “Broken”? That bonus track throws a wrench into the mix with its raw emotion. It’s stripped-down compared to the other tracks, focusing more on Lehto’s vocals and minimal instrumentation. Feels personal, almost like eavesdropping on someone’s diary entry. Not gonna lie, it gave me chills. One thing that struck me about A Strange Utopia is how it balances heaviness with beauty. Tracks like “Garden of All Seasons” and “Voyage To Utopia” showcase this perfectly—they’ve got these soaring melodies paired with crushing riffs. It’s not all doom and gloom; there’s hope buried in there too, even if it takes a few listens to find it. Honestly, this album feels like a weird love child between Evanescence, Nightwish, and maybe a dash of Pink Floyd. It doesn’t reinvent the wheel, but it doesn’t have to—it does its own thing confidently. And yeah, sure, having multiple versions of the same song might seem excessive, but hey, variety is the spice of life, right? Here’s the kicker though: listening to this album made me realize how rare it is to hear music that actually tries to transport you somewhere. Most stuff nowadays just sits in the background. But A Strange Utopia? Nah, it grabs you by the collar and drags you into its strange little universe. By the end, you’re not entirely sure if you enjoyed the ride—but damn, you won’t forget it anytime soon. Final verdict: Worth checking out if you dig ambitious, genre-blending sounds. Just don’t blame me if you start daydreaming about taking vacations on Venus.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Slow Motion World5:8
Broken (Bonus Track)2:23
Chaotic Order4:9
The Weight Of The World [Radio Edit]03:25
Destructible Destruction5:57
Garden of All Seasons4:20
E-Motions7:31
The Road Around Saturn4:21
Broken2:22
The Weight Of The World5:54
Dark Utopia4:50
Inner Station6:18
The Weight Of The World (Radio Edit)3:26
Vacation In Venus4:28
The Weight of the World5:54
The Weight of the World (Radio Edit)3:26
Voyage to Utopia4:36
Voyage To Utopia4:36
Garden Of All Seasons4:20
Sonic Sensations4:18
Vacation in Venus4:26

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Catalog Numbers

PRR521

Labels

ProgRock Records

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Unofficial Release

Companies

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Distributed BySPV GmbH

Credits

RoleCredit
VocalsJessica Lehto
Written-ByHugo Flores
ProducerHugo Flores
PerformerHugo Flores

Notes

Booklet: 12 pages. Released in a regular Jewel Case with clear tray.

Barcodes

  • Barcode: 837792008019
  • Matrix / Runout: UD3923 UlLTRADISC/CA - A STRANGE UTOPIA - 37385

About Factory Of Dreams

International metal band

Members

  • Hugo Flores
  • Jessica Lehto

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *A Strange Utopia* by Factory Of Dreams is like a one-person powerhouse. Hugo Flores not only wrote and produced the entire thing but also performed most of it. Oh, and let’s not forget Jessica Lehto’s haunting vocals that bring it all to life. Released in 2009 under ProgRock Records, this album blends goth rock, heavy metal, and symphonic rock into a wild ride. Fun twist: there are two versions of "The Weight Of The World" and "Vacation In Venus," so you get a bit of variety. It’s like Hugo couldn’t decide which version he liked better, so he gave us both!

Comments

padillalol
padillalol
2025-03-16
The band's 2009 album, A Strange Utopia, is a replica of their debut.
beautyreyes
beautyreyes
2025-03-15
My first thought was something like: "Evanescence! I love their version!" but now I have to say that this song is fantastic as well! :)
Thank you for this great music! <3
mysewcalledlife2012
mysewcalledlife2012
2025-03-14
I hadnt listened to something to excite me like this since earlynightwish
animepop2016
animepop2016
2025-03-14
I hadnt listened to something to excite me like this since early nightwish
abismosemfim
abismosemfim
2025-03-13
@4sostrander Thanks! A Strange Utopia is out already.
The latest, MELOTRONICAL, is already available for orders and will be released this 8th March!
All album are available @ amazon and other sites
mylife10659
mylife10659
2025-03-13
@4sostrander I think Melotronical is already available as mp3 purchase over at Amazon.com or iTunes
aniszawiyah97
aniszawiyah97
2025-03-12
different sounding but u made it pretty much work well done that was sick
everyonebjj
everyonebjj
2025-03-11
This band is ok..but Evanescence is better in my opinion! Dont want to offend anyone..
thegeekinterpreters
thegeekinterpreters
2025-03-10
Noossa ... gostei muito ..
bumblebeebuzzer
bumblebeebuzzer
2025-03-10
meh it's ok...
zyanwc
zyanwc
2025-03-09
omg this song is sooo good