Metalheads: This is one of the most epic albums I've stumbled upon?

Recently I came across "Eve of Corruption: The Days of Astasia - Part One" by the American power metal band, Lorenguard... Holy crap I was impressed. It reminds me quite a bit of Rhapsody of Fire with a slight tinge of Blind Guardian (most of the BG I hear is in the keys).

Here's some links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XbagyOvboHs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jME-mfZ6hO4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YO9KgKOxJOY&feature=related

MQ: Opinions on the above songs?

BQ: favourite power metal album of this year?
BQ2: Kamelot, Iced Earth, and Symphony X aside, what's your favourite American power metal band?

Anonymous2011-12-20T13:10:37Z

Favorite Answer

Power Metal! If you were impressed, then I know it's good!

Really awesome Album Cover.
First song was excellent! Wish the vocals were a bit more powerful. But they still got the job done.
Dragonsbane, another great track, great instruments, and liking the vocals more.
Eve of Corruption, Much more fantasy sounding. This one is my favorite out of the 3.

BQ: From Chaos to Eternity by Rhapsody of Fire
BQ2: Manowar

Anonymous2016-10-02T02:59:38Z

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