Description

As expected, The Lord Of Steel opts for a more grounded approach following the controversial responses to the symphonic Gods Of War. There is not a single interlude or trace of narration to be found and the orchestral touches are much subtler in their rare moments of application. The resulting release is somewhere between Battle Hymns and Louder Than Hell with its blue collar tone and is certainly a step in the right direction. Over the years, Manowar has the distinction of being both rabidly loved and utterly hated. There is little in between the two battle lines. You either raise your hands clasped at the wrists ready to die for metal or you leave the hall with the rest of the posers. For Manowar fans, new releases are more than just a listening session, but the closest one can get to a religious experience short of attending a Stryper concert.

Track listing:
1. The Lord Of Steel
2. Manowarriors
3. Born In A Grave
4. Righteous Glory
5. Touch The Sky
6. Black List
7. Expendable
8. El Gringo
9. Annihilation
10. Hail Kill And Die
11. The Kingdom Of Steel