♦ 8,5/10

Dimitris Zacharopoulos

Το άρθρο DEATH DEALER – “REIGN OF STEEL” (2025, MASSACRE) εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Myth Of Rock.

Forged over five years of intense writing, recording, and relentless refinement, “Reign Of Steel” marks the band’s most ambitious, powerful, and razor-sharp chapter to date. Built on the All-Star lineup of Sean Peck (Cage, The Three Tremors, Denner Shermann), Ross “The Boss” Friedman (Manowar, Dictators, Ross The Boss Band), and Stu Marshall (Dungeon, Empires of Eden, Night Legion), and elevated by the crushing rhythm section of Mike LePond (Symphony X), and Steve Bolognese (Into Eternity, Ross The Boss Band), the album delivers ten tracks of uncompromising heavy metal fury.

To mark the beginning of this new era, DEATH DEALER unleash their brand-new single and video “Blast The Highway” – a full-throttle anthem that merges the band’s signature intensity with an adrenaline-charged, cinematic sense of scale. Blazing guitars, unstoppable hooks, and a defiant spirit make the track a standout moment on “Reign Of Steel”.

The band comment: “‘Reign Of Steel’ represents the pinnacle of Death Dealer. The album is deep, intense, and the result of thousands of hours making sure every song is the very best it can be.”

Ross The Boss adds:

“‘Reign Of Steel’ is a crushing piece of metal delivered by a killer band.”

Sean Peck elaborates:

“We wrote this album while locked down in a dystopian reality. It gave us the focus to create what may be our finest achievement yet.”

Stu Marshall concludes: “We spent countless hours crafting this album. It may even contain the longest continuous high scream ever recorded…”.

From a production standpoint, “Reign Of Steel” comes to life under the co-production of Stuart Marshall and Sean Peck, whose combined vision shaped the album’s aggressive precision and melodic grandeur. The sonic assault is further sharpened by Chris Themelco, who handled mixing and mastering at Monolith Studios, giving the record its massive, high-impact sound. Visually, the album is defined by the striking artwork of Dusan Markovic, with additional design contributions from Aley Yarborough, completing an aesthetic as powerful as the music itself.

“Reign Of Steel” will be available as a CD Digipak and limited Vinyl LP. Pre-orders will start soon.

Track listing:

1. Assemble

2. Devil’s Triangle

3. Riding On The Wings

4. Bloodbath

5. Raging Wild And Free

6. Blast The Highway

7. Compelled

8. Dragon Of Algorath

9. Sleeping Prophet

10. Reign Of The Night

Το άρθρο DEATH DEALER: ANNOUNCE NEW ALBUM, UNLEASH NEW SINGLE/VIDEO εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Myth Of Rock.

November 15, 2024 sees Empires Of Eden release its fifth studio album via Massacre Records. This upcoming release promises even more electrifying collaborations, and continues Stu Marshall’s legacy of delivering high-octane metal with both precision and passion. “Guardians Of Time” brings together a rare coalition of some of the genre’s most formidable musicians. This isn’t a typical collaboration; it’s a bold, creative venture that challenges the conventions of metal!

Empires Of Eden is celebrated for its blend of intricate musicianship, thunderous riffs, and soaring vocals, earning the project a dedicated global fanbase. It has a unique collaborative nature making each album a fresh and diverse listening experience, with each artist bringing their own signature style to the fold. Following the previously-released album title track, featuring Rob Rock (Impellitteri) on lead vocals and John Gallagher (Raven) on bass, today, Empires Of Eden is premiering its latest single “Mortal Rites”, feat. Dragonland’s frontman Jonas Heidgert and a guest solo of Tony Truglio (Liege Lord)!

Louie Gorgievski (Night Legion), who wrote the lyrics, reveals: “The song is about the selfishness of humanity, thinking they are immortal. It’s pushing the boundaries and paying the consequences. It keeps following the destructive path and never seems to learn from history even though it’s written in plain sight”.

Stu Marshall, a renowned Australian guitarist and producer, is best known for his explosive guitar work, blending technical prowess with melodic sensibility. Rising to prominence with the power metal band Dungeon and more recently US power supergroup Death Dealer, Marshall’s career has spanned decades, marking him as one of Australia’s most respected metal musicians.

In 2008, Marshall embarked on his solo project, Empires Of Eden, creating a platform to collaborate with some of the biggest names in metal. The project brought together an array of world-class vocalists, allowing Marshall to blend symphonic, power, and traditional heavy metal elements into epic soundscapes. Since its inception, Empires Of Eden has released four critically acclaimed albums, showcasing collaborations with metal legends such as Udo Dirkschneider (U.D.O., ex-Accept), Ralf Scheepers (Primal Fear), Zak Stevens (Savatage, Trans-Siberian Orchestra), Rob Rock (Impellitteri), Mike Vescera (Yngwie Malmsteen, Loudness), and Jeff Martin (Racer X). Each release delivers a mix of Marshall’s complex guitar compositions and the iconic vocal styles of his guest artists.

Crossing genres of power metal, AOR and thrash elements, the upcoming album shows a deep creative input from a wide range of metal talent. “Guardians Of Time” is a statement of intent from some of the most respected names in metal. It’s not about nostalgia; it’s about innovation and the future of metal as a creative force. It’s a testament to Marshall’s enduring creativity and ability to unite the metal community through shared artistry.

Produced by Stu Marshall, who has worked closely with each vocalist to ensure that their contribution is both individual and integral to the whole, this album represents a new model of collaboration in heavy music!

Pre-order your album copy now at https://lnk.to/guardiansoftime

Track Listing:
1. The Dawn March

2. Guardians Of Time

3. When Will It End

4. Mortal Rites

5. The Inner Me

6. When The Beast Comes Out

7. Arabian Nights

8. Stand United

9. August Runs Red

10. Baptise This Hell

11. The Devil’s Only Friend

12. Baptise This Hell (Alternate Version) [Bonus Track]

Το άρθρο EMPIRES OF EDEN: NEW VIDEO SINGLE RELEASED εμφανίστηκε πρώτα στο Myth Of Rock.