MANOWAR – The Triumph Of Steel gatefold-2-LP (blue)

In closing, this is definitely Manowar's most triumphant album up to that point. By far their most triumphant album especially from a musical/compositional standpoint. The loud, heavy and fast parts really put in a huge metal pride. The slow, orchestral parts are very beautiful and shows Manowar's range of sound and dynamics. I loved every song on this album, just one criticism: "Master Of The Wind" dragged on a bit, almost like it was forced to be written and they had to get it done. Still loved it overall and it was beautiful, just, it dragged a bit. Every musician on this album played to their absolute best, especially David Shankle, a criminally underrated guitarist. This would take some thought, but I would highly consider considering "The Triumph Of Steel" a power metal essential. No question however that I would recommend this to anyone looking to become a true metal warrior.