Oh wow. This is what I've been waiting for.
This is power metal. It's fast. Fast is exciting. And exhilarating.
And it's melodious. The roaring vocals just sweep me away, and the guitar work is terrific. "Traveler In Time" (based on "Dune") sets the standard for what is to follow, with such highlights as "Lost In The Twilight Hall" and "The Last Candle" (inspired by the Dragon Lance books, three of which I've read), while also shining is "Goodbye My Friend" which is, rather bizarrely, about E.T. It's as far away from John Williams' classical score that one could imagine, and it is quite impossible to see it being played while Elliot is shedding tears, but it's still a fine song.
Other pieces include the only slow track here, "Lord Of The Rings" based on, well, "The Lord Of The Rings", and "Tommyknockers" takes its cue from the Stephen King story.
And, see, this is another thing I like. Not "I love you, oohh aah" or "Satan is my Lord". Interesting subjects to accompany breathtaking music.
I like Blind Guardian. I like them a lot.
Keep them coming.
****1/2
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