DRAGONLORD

Dominion SPINEFARM Testament guitarist brings his death/ black outfit back from the void

Proving that it really can be a long way to the top if you wanna rock’n’roll, Dragonlord end their 13-year silence between albums with this thunderous third effort. A feast for the ears of their long-starved fans, this symphonic black/ death metal passion project from Testament guitarist Eric Peterson builds on Black Wings Of Destiny by adding more epic arrangements, a new drummer and a beefier production. Inspired by Dante’s Inferno, the TV show Vikings and all things Tolkien, the guest appearance from vocalist Leah gives the likes of the title track and Lamia a cinematic feel, while the venomous Serpents Of Fire will appeal to those in the thrall of the rifflord’s day job. The Sisters Of Mercy-meets-80s power ballad vibe on Love Of

The Damned may divide some, but it really rewards with repeat plays.

FOR FANS OF: DIMMU BORGIR, NIGHTWISH, TESTAMENT