Blind Guardian has been a stalwart of the power metal scene for over two decades. The German band released their first album in 1988, and have since evolved from a more straightforward power metal band to a more nuanced sound.
The emphasis is still on speed \and bombast, but they've added orchestral elements and the occasional ballad to help even things out.
They tend towards epicness, with at least one song one each album shooting for that sense of glory. It's helped by the fact that they pull inspiration from a variety of fantasy sources, from Arthurian Legend to Tolkien (they have an entire concept album based on the Silmarillion) to A Song Of Ice And Fire.
Check 'em out.
- Nathan
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