GRAND MAGUS - Iron Will · CLEAR LP

Clear vinyl, limited to 200 copies.

More about 'Iron Will'

Grand Magus delivered something truly special with "Iron Will", their third full-length that stands as a testament to Swedish heavy metal prowess. This 2008 release showcases the trio's ability to craft epic, doom-laden anthems that feel both ancient and timeless. From the crushing opener "Like The Oar Strikes The Water" to the monumental nine-minute closer "I Am The North", every track demonstrates the band's mastery of heavy, melodic songwriting that draws from classic metal traditions while maintaining their own distinctive Nordic character.

The album's centerpiece, the title track "Iron Will", exemplifies everything that makes Grand Magus so compelling - thunderous riffs, soaring vocals from Janne Christoffersson, and an unshakeable sense of determination that permeates every note. Songs like "Silver Into Steel" and "Beyond Good And Evil" showcase the band's range, moving seamlessly between crushing doom passages and more uptempo heavy metal moments. The brief instrumental "Hövding" serves as a perfect atmospheric bridge, while tracks like "The Shadows Know" demonstrate their knack for creating memorable hooks without sacrificing heaviness.

For fans of: Candlemass, Solitude Aeturnus, Doomsword and Bathory

Track listing

A1. Like The Oar Strikes The Water
A2. Fear Is The Key
A3. Hövding
A4. Iron Will
A5. Silver Into Steel
B1. The Shadow Knows
B2. Self Deceiver
B3. Beyond Good And Evil
B4. I Am The North

Manufacturer: 375 Media GmbH, Schlachthofstraße 36A, 21079 Hamburg, Germany, Contact: riseaboverecords.com