Released by: Independent
Release Date: Out Now!!!
Genre: Melodic/Power Metal
Links: https://lordsofthetrident.bandcamp.com/album/v-g-e-p
Line Up:
Fang VonWrathenstein
Baron Taurean Helleshaar
Akira Metal
Pontifex Mortis
Master Hercule “Herc Schlagzeuger
Tracklist:
1. To Kill a God
2. Master of Speed
3. Jet Set City
4. Valerie
5. The Ballad of Jon Milwaukee
Founded all the way back in 2008, this Madison, Wisconsin, USA based band was reviewed by yours truly many years ago, and meanwhile they have released numerous new albums and EPs. The new EP is titled V.G.E.P., and consists of 5 tracks. The band’s current line-up features Fang VonWrathenstein – Lead Vocals, Baron Taurean Helleshaar – Lead Guitar, Asian Metal – Lead Guitar, Pontifex Mortis – Lead Bass and Master “Herc” Hercule Schlagzeuger – Lead Drums. Sixteen years after their formation, they are still playing classic traditional melodic metal in the IRON MAIDEN style. Vocally and musically speaking they are also very close to DREAM EVIL, and I have to admit that after hearing the superb opener “To Kill A God,” I can hear that this is True Melodic (Power) Metal of a clear Champions League level! Play this song loud among a Metal crowd and they will go absolutely crazy!
Sadly only 5 tracks are included, because from start to finish this EP is a guarantee for entertainment of pure melodic metal at its very best (especially the superb “Jet Set City” and the cool cover of the STEVE WINWOOD classic “Valerie”). Everything sounds picture-perfect here, both instrumentally and vocally, while the production is top-notch. Fans of IRON MAIDEN, HAMMERFALL, NOCTURNAL RITES, MYSTIC PROPHECY, FIFTH ANGEL, LEATHERWOLF and such will absolutely love this EP CD of LORD OF THE TRIDENT!
Written by: Gabor Kleinbloesem
Ratings: Gabor 9/10
https://open.spotify.com/album/4RHQRt4U3XsmcHBoJLSF7Z?si=gTLrB5xoQbaKeoYkYcBSPg
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