Fantasy power metal anyone?  Iron Saviour’s first album appeared in ‘97 and they have released fourteen albums so far, of which this is the latest. So, they are no slouches in releasing albums.

I’m not a fan of the 100 mph speed metal approach as I think there is not much room for manoeuvre and all the songs just blend into one. Now, Iron Saviour are guilty of that, like on Curse Of The Machinery and the title track, but they also know how important groove and swing is to heavy metal. On tracks In The Realm of Heavy Metal and Demise Of The Tyrant they have nailed it. Sure, it’s old school, but it kicks ass. The riffs and grooves are killer but also the hook and vocal melody are superb. My favourite track however is Through The Fires Of Hell. Great mid-tempo chugga that the head just bangs to. Also of note, Side 1 is loaded with all the good stuff and only Nothing Is Forever is the only belter on Side 2.

8/10 from The Grooveman.