Iced Earth--Iced Earth (1991) Rating--8.2

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Colors--RealAudio

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The music on this debut album is blistering. However, it can be seen why the band eventually decided to change singers. While Gene Adam is a good singer, his voice and range don't feel quite right for the band---especially after hearing Barlow. The music sounds heavily influenced by 'Lightning'-era Metallica, 'Powerslave'-era Maiden, and 'Screaming'-era Priest---though probably faster than all of them. Excellent music and riffs throughout, as the band really shows its potential. But again, the singing leaves a little to be desired.
Highlights include "Colors," "Life and Death," "Funeral," "When the Night Falls," and the ripping namesake track.

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TRACK LIST: Iced Earth/Written on the Walls/Colors/Curse the Sky/Life and Death/Solitude/Funeral/ When the Night Falls

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