Along with Helloween, Blind Guardian are the longest running power metal band in history.
Aren't they? Well, I suppose if you include Manowar, then they are, but are their early albums power metal?
Eehh, who cares? Blind Guardian are one of the longest running power metal band in history although, nowadays, they only bring out new material sporadically (about every four years).
I liked this debut more than I thought I would. Similar to Helloween's "Walls Of Jericho", it is set more in straight speed metal, but does have some surprisingly melodious appeal with the likes of "Majesty" and "Run For The Night", which does not negate the impressive heaviness. It fades a bit towards the end, but singer/bassist Hansi Kursch's vocals remain suitably angry throughout. I'm looking forward to better from this band eventually, but "Battalions Of Fear" is a satisfying debut.
***1/2
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