Narnia - The Great Fall (2003)

Narnia's fourth album is their best to date, and restores my faith somewhat in what Christian bands are capable of.  Focusing (to my understanding) on a man's lament of a war he's involved in and his search for salvation, this is largely steady heavy metal, with moments of speed, showing passionate playing and some skilful writing.  "The Countdown Has Begun" and, in particular, "Innocent Blood" are highlights, while the concluding, fourteen-minute "The Fall Of Man" might be a bit tough to get into, but is well done really, and rewarding.
I can't see The Great Fall ever getting on a Favourites Of All Time list, but there's still much to like here.

***1/2