Long awaited debut album from this crew, and it's straight down the line, heads down guitars up heavy metal of the most enjoyable variety.

There's a strong Iron Maiden influence in the intricate guitar interplay in opener 'Hands Of Fate' without being cliché.

The feeling continues, with strong harmonies and melodies, with power metal style vocals, this is trad British metal with a Euro leaning, retro with a modern feel. There's a mid 80s Priest feel in places too.

Good stuff with an original modern heavy take.

***½

Review by Joe Geesin

Hands Of Fate

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***** Out of this world | **** Pretty damn fine |
*** OK, approach with caution unless you are a fan |
** Instant bargain bin fodder | * Ugly. Just ugly