Hammer Of The North

2010 album from the Swedish Metal trio. Stylistically, Grand Magus may have come a long way from their dusty self-titled Rock debut to their new metal masterpiece but they have evolved without abandoning the driving groove of their early years or their love of epic Doom and Extreme Metal. Their familiar trademark sound is melded with traditional riffs and melodies that Rock the same league as Judas Priest and Dio. Lead singer JB not only shapes the songs with his distinctive, unique voice but also runs wild with his guitar playing. Supported by his rhythm section, Fox (bass) and Seb (drums), they push JB to a new all-time high. Produced by Nico Elgstrand (Entombed) and mixed by Jens Borgen (Opeth, Amon Amarth). Roadrunner.