
A high-velocity return to speed metal aggression, layering mythic storytelling over relentless galloping riffs and a massive, multi-tracked vocal wall.
December 3, 2021 · Nuclear Blast
Deliver Us From Evil represents a striking pivot for Blind Guardian, stripping away the dense orchestral excess of their previous symphonic projects in favor of a lean, mean speed metal attack. The title track hits with a percussive force that recalls their late-80s output, but it is filtered through forty years of production evolution. The guitars are sharp and biting, providing a rhythmic foundation that feels both modern and nostalgic for the band's thrashier beginnings. It is a sound that demands attention, vibrating with a nervous, high-stakes energy that perfectly mirrors its lyrical inspiration.
How does Deliver Us From Evil sound next to the rest of Blind Guardian's catalogue?
The production is built around studio polished than this artist usually allows.
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