Balance of Power--Ten More Tales of Grand Illusion

Balance of Power--Ten More Tales of Grand Illusion (1999/Massacre) Rating--8.8

Power/progressive metal, reminding of a number of solid groups. The closest comparison may be Elegy-- though there are hints of Vanden Plas, Kamelot, and Conception, as well as Silent Force (though not as razor-heavy).
There is sharp distortion with some assisting keyboard work, providing for a melodic/edged mix. The smooth-yet-strong vocals fit in well.
Several cutting tracks highlight the disc, including "Under the Spell," "About to Burn," and "Prisoner of Pride" with its soaring chorus.
Other solid songs include "Day Breaker," "Savage Tears," "Blind Man," "Sins of the World," and the title track.
TRACK LIST: Day Breaker/Prisoner of Pride/Savage Tears/Under the Spell/Blind Man/About to Burn/Under Innocence Wing/Sins of the World/The Darker Side/Ten More Tales of Grand Illusion

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