Iron Will (album)
Iron Will is the second full-length studio album by the Swedish heavy metal band Grand Magus. It was released in 2008 on Rise Above Records. The album showcases a blend of doom metal influences with traditional heavy metal and hard rock elements, characterized by heavy riffs, soaring vocals from frontman JB Christoffersson, and a focus on themes of strength, determination, and mythology.
The album received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its powerful musicianship and memorable songwriting. Some common themes explored in Iron Will include Norse mythology, warfare, and personal fortitude, reflected in song titles and lyrical content. The album is considered a significant release in Grand Magus's discography, solidifying their sound and contributing to their growing fanbase within the heavy metal community.
Track listing typically includes:
- Like the Oar Strikes the Water
- Kingslayer
- I Am the North
- The Shadow Knows
- Iron Will
- Silver into Steel
- The Lord of Lies
- Treason
- Hammer of the North