Excellent!

Review Score: (10/10)
This is the first CD I heard from Rhapsody. I would compare the music and lyrics to Blind Guardian, as they are probably closest in nature, but Rhapsody is better both musically and lyrically. It's bombastic, Italian power metal at its finest. Massive choirs, female and male opera singing at some points, and a strong lead singer all amount to excellence. The music is energetic and powerful, while the vocals fit perfectly. The lyrics are very creative; for those who say they're cheesy, just look at the song titles. "Steelgods of the Last Apocalypse" and "Gargoyles, Angels of Darkness" alone tell that it's not just another band whining about religion or girlfriend problems. While the lyrics are of fantasy, at least they are unique compared to most lyrical content in bands nowadays. I would recommend this to fans of good power metal, such as Blind Guardian and Edguy.

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