This is the first studio album from Firewind since bad diagnosis in 2004. While no new Firewind album is in sight, the artist has been road testing new songs during 2004 tour in South America. ‘Forged By Fire’ kicks the album off with a blast of pure pop energy. If you want to hear real Metal: Heavy, get this record now!
Beware The Beast is the funkiest number on the album. Tyranny is the albums biggest surprise. I love the melodic melody of The Forgotten Memory and to this day it makes me feel good. It took me a little time but I ended up loving Hate World Hero. Firewind offers the kind of music here that makes you reflect on yourself. Feast Of The Savages as well as many of songs is a short story in miniature. The sound of Burn In Hell is difficult to describe, as it seems to squirm in a sensual manner, unlike anything ever created. Perished In Flames is an underrated song: I like its lyrics and melody a lot. Best song on the album, love it. This track is a killer, it just grabs you instantly.
Forged By Fire CD


