Judas Priest - Nostradamus (Album)
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The Judas Priest guys are pushing into their 60’s, but it really doesn’t seem to matter in this case. That unprecedented spark of creativity and expertise is still there. Judas Priest’s forthcoming album Nostradamus, is set during the 16th century prophet of the same name. Nostradamus offers symphonic orchestrations, a lot of keyboard usage and a choir unlike any the band has used before. Overall this album was developed over a long period of time and it's paid off to have waited this long. The first disc contains 13 tracks of heart pulsing guitar riffs and drum tones throughout.
Some tracks worth listening to would have to include: The Four Horsemen, to start off with. This title alone brings a reminder of what it stands for. This title represents the thunderous force that has terrorizes our world. The music behind it is just as forcing as the real thing. Sands of Time, is another out-going track that takes you away with it's keyboarding styles that puts you at ease with its backdrop of guitars and bass solos coming in and out keeping in step with the drumming and vocals. Tracks nine and ten Peace, and Death, go hand in hand because one talks about wanting peace on earth, while the other wants to destroy earth and kill everything in sight. The first disc is by far a great introduction but one standout track has to be, Lost Love. This mellow love song brings tears to your eyes having your heart melt into your hands, bringing nothing but happiness drawing upon your face.
The second disc gives us 10 tracks continuing the story of Nostradamus, having several tracks that are very ear catching. Solitude, rips off your head getting the beat underway and keeps your head moshing with its fast guitar riffs and keyboards pounding out as much as they can give. Shadows in the Flame is a much darker track pulling you into the dark pit of fire and not letting go. The vocals, guitars, bass, and drums all come together on this dark riff of blaze and glory. Last but not lease has to be the title track, which indeed completes this album showing us exactly what Judas Priest is made of and they have done their job well. Judas Priest embarked on a long journey of symphonic orchestration and acoustic arrangements. I really can't classify this album, there’s no comparing this record to any other Judas Priest albums. This is a record that’s full of emotional outbursts, soundtrack worthy pieces and music imagery.
