Metal Symphony Of Darkness (MSOD) - Chapter I

Review by Crimson Miller

Chapter I by Metal Symphony Of Darkness: A Wild Ride Through Metal Realms Alright, so let’s talk about Chapter I by Metal Symphony Of Darkness (MSOD). Released back in 1999 under the “Not On Label” banner—yeah, DIY vibes all the way—this album is a chaotic blend of Progressive Metal, Thrash, and good ol’ Heavy Metal. If you’re into stuff that feels like it came straight outta some medieval battlefield but with shredding guitars, this might be your jam. First off, gotta give props to "War of the Wizards." Man, this track hits hard. It’s got these killer riffs that sound like they were forged in dragon fire or something. The energy? Insane. You can practically picture wizards throwing spells at each other while headbanging. And the drumming? Super tight, like it’s keeping time for an actual war march. This one sticks with me because it’s just so over-the-top epic—you know, the kind of song that makes you wanna grab a sword (or an air guitar) and charge into battle. Then there’s "Missing You (Bonus Track)." Yeah, yeah, bonus tracks are often throwaways, but not this time. This tune has this unexpected emotional punch to it. Like, amidst all the thrashy chaos and wizard wars, here comes this slower, kinda melancholy piece. The vocals have this raw edge, almost like the singer really means it, y’know? Feels personal. Makes you think maybe even metal dudes get sad sometimes. Kinda refreshing, honestly. The rest of the album keeps the momentum going strong. Tracks like "Government Pawns" and "Metal Soldiers" bring the aggression, while "New Horizons" throws in some proggy twists that keep things interesting. Oh, and how could I forget "Maelstrom"? That thing is basically a tornado of sound—super intense, super fast, and leaves you breathless by the end. But here’s the thing: listening to Chapter I feels like hanging out with a bunch of friends who love metal so much they don’t care if everything’s perfectly polished. There’s a scrappy charm to it, like they poured their hearts into every note without worrying too much about what anyone else thought. And honestly? That’s kinda badass. So yeah, if you’re looking for something that sounds like classic heavy metal but with its own quirky spin, check out MSOD’s Chapter I. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself daydreaming about wizard battles or randomly yelling “FOR THE HORIZONS!” during mundane tasks. Trust me, it happens.

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Artist: Metal Symphony Of Darkness (MSOD)
Album: Chapter I

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Soldiers March
War of the Wizards
Misery
Opening the Book of Magic
Spellbound
Government Pawns
New Horizons
Missing You (Bonus Track)
Maelstrom
The Quest For Steel
Metal Soldiers
Immortal

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Greg Gruben - Vocals, Guitars, Keyboards and Piano
Mike Dee - Guitars
Damian Bonadono - Bass
Danny Bromeier - Drums
Produced by: Metal Symphony of Darkness
Engineered and Mixed by: Bill Korecky
Recorded at Mars Recording Studio

About Metal Symphony Of Darkness (MSOD)

From Cleveland, Ohio and formed in 1995 by vocalist/guitarist Greg Gruben and guitarist Mike Dee. Bassist Damian Bonadono joined the duo in late 1996. Various members who played drums for the band include Bobby Hanck, Danny Bromeier and Ed Rock.

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Chapter I* by Metal Symphony Of Darkness (MSOD) is like a hidden gem in the metal world. Released in 1999, it blends Progressive Metal, Thrash, and Heavy Metal into one wild ride. What makes it stand out? Tracks like "War of the Wizards" and "The Quest For Steel" sound like they belong in an epic fantasy movie. Oh, and fun fact—it was released independently, not tied to any big label. That bonus track, "Missing You," adds a surprising emotional touch to all the heavy riffs and thundering drums. It's the kind of album that feels both nostalgic and fresh, even years later.

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reitsmadesigntoenjoy

2025-03-05

F'n
Rite!!!??????

immatriculationandorre

2025-03-04

Tight

pragatiprabhakar28

2025-03-04

oh my... I saw MSoD open for Ynwie Malmsteen at Harpos in Detroit. I should have bought an album immediately... I looked high and low periodically to find their music. Fantastic!