114 - Crimson Glory Valhalla 1986

Crimson Glory began life in Sarasota, Florida in 1982. In an era of sound- and look-alike metal bands, Crimson Glory wished to have themselves be immediately identifiable from the rest, so they wore full-face metallic silver masks on-stage (as well as for all photo shoots and public appearances). The mystically-named vocalist Midnight was the exception to this, as his mask left his mouth uncovered.
"Crimson Glory" is their eponymous debut, released in 1986 via Roadrunner Records.
In "Valhalla" the melodic twin guitar attack and the screaming vocals of Midnight all spell pleasure. This band are a powerful influence for many nowadays bands, from power metal to metal bands dealing with Viking topics.

Winds of Odin whisper
Over silent waves, no trace remains...