Frenzied Power Metal Debut

Bloodorn, the new power metal project led by Sirenia guitarist Nils Courbaron, bursts onto the scene with their debut album Let The Fury Rise. Formed during the 2020 pandemic, the band features an all-star lineup, including Mike Livas (Silent Winter) on vocals, Francesco Saverio Ferraro (Freedom Call) on bass, and Sirenia’s own Michael Brush on drums. Drawing influences from power metal titans like Gamma Ray and Angra, Let The Fury Rise blends classic power metal with a few nods to the extreme metal world, creating a fast-paced and technically impressive album.

The album opens with the furious track “Fear The Coming Wave” right after the atmospheric “Ouverture,” setting a blistering tone for what’s to follow. Bloodorn doesn’t slow down for most of the album, delivering rapid-fire riffs, complex drumming, and soaring vocals that echo both traditional power metal and harsher elements. Songs like “Under The Secret Sign” and “Forging The Future (With Our Blades)” recall I the epic stylings of early Rhapsody, while the title track “Let The Fury Rise” exemplifies their high-speed, unrelenting approach.

One of the standout features of Let The Fury Rise is the sheer technicality displayed by the band. Courbaron’s guitar work is precise and sharp, delivering complex riffs and solos that speed by with ferocity. Livas’ vocals, backed by Ferraro’s steady bass, bring power and melody, while Brush’s drumming adds both aggression and precision. The energy in tracks like “God Won’t Come”—with its brutal growls—further showcases Bloodorn’s ability to blend melody with raw intensity.

However, the constant speed can be both a strength and a weakness. While Bloodorn excels at delivering a relentless sonic assault, the album occasionally feels one-dimensional. The unyielding pace creates a sense of urgency but can also leave listeners feeling overwhelmed. Even with standout moments, such as the thunderous “Tonight We Fight!”, the album could benefit from more dynamic shifts to help differentiate the tracks.

The band does offer some variation with a surprising cover of Ghost’s “Square Hammer,” adding a unique twist to the well-known track while staying true to their power metal roots. This cover, along with the blistering originals, ensures that Let The Fury Rise is a fun, fast, and explosive listen, though it may struggle to stay memorable after the final note fades.

In conclusion, Let The Fury Rise serves as a strong introduction to Bloodorn’s fast, technical power metal style. It may not break new ground in the genre, but fans of speed-focused metal will appreciate its energy and precision. With experienced musicians at the helm, Bloodorn is poised to make waves in the power metal scene, even if their debut doesn’t quite carve out its own distinct niche. For those who love the speed and technicality of bands like Angra, Gamma Ray, and Beast in Black, this is an album worth exploring.

8/10

Album: – Let the Fury Rise

Band: Bloodorn 

Label: Reaper Entertainmant

Distribution: Reaper Entertainmant/ The Rock Online

Release date: April 2024

Track list:

  1. Overture XIS
  2. Fear The Coming Wave
  3. Under The Secret Sign
  4. Rise Up Agai. Tonight We Fight!
  5. God Won’t Come
  6. 7. Forging The Future
  7. 8. Let The Fury Rise
  8. 9. Six Wounded Wolves
  9. 10. Bloodorn
  10. 11. Square Hammer (Ghost Cover)

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