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Album Review: Metal Gods by Dream Evil

CONTIBUTING AUTHOR Lyana

Dream Evil is back, delivering a commanding resurgence to the power metal scene with their latest offering, Metal Gods. This 10-track album stays true to the band’s authentically invigorating sound, reigniting the torch of early-2000’s metal with tenacity. Led by consistent thunderous guitar riffs, unwavering vocals and a predilection for gallantry, this album is a battle-cry for glory that the scene has been waiting for.

Sharpen your swords and saddle up as Dream Evil fearlessly charges into the fray. The first half of the album kicks off at high intensity  with its title track - ‘Metal Gods’. Setting the scene of storming into battle, the chanting chorus of voices accompanies the tenacious entry of the electric guitar, with support of resonant bass and drums. It’s a tribute to classic metal bands who walked before them, paving the way with iconic albums that have inspired the band for over two decades.

‘The Tyrant Dies At Dawn’ and ‘Lightning Strikes’ uphold the signature Dream Evil sound, while fan favorites ‘Metal Gods’, ‘Chosen Force’ and ‘Fight in the Night’ rack up Spotify streams. Century Media Records have even released music videos to capitalize on the popularity of these tracks and solidify their status with listeners.

While the remainder of the album may dial down the intensity in comparison to the initial powerful tracks, ‘Masters of Arms’ deserves its moment in the spotlight nonetheless. Starting off at a slower tempo, the addictive guitar riffs slowly build towards a steadier beat accompanied by a deep bassline - evoking the feeling of regrouping for another intrepid adventure.

The album hits hard early on and doesn’t let up; while the in-your-face style is indicative of Dream Evil, the raging battle anthems get repetitive by the second half. Closing out the album, semi-ballad ‘Y.A.N.A’ is a welcome reprieve from the prominent similarities of the previous nine tracks and would have provided listeners with some much-needed variety had it been placed earlier in the track list.  

Overall, Metal Gods stands as timeless in the power metal scene, showing how Dream Evil stays true to their roots while proving they are a formidable force in the genre.