The Rings of Power Is Embracing Heavy Metal

There’s lengthy been an overlap between followers of heavy steel and the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, with Lord of the Rings offering direct inspiration for Black Sabbath, Rush, Led Zeppelin, and lots of different bands. Prime Video’s collection The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Energy is leaning into this connection wholeheartedly, with a brand new video revealing an excellently ear-splitting monitor from the upcoming season two.

Take a look at composer Bear McCreary excitedly speaking about “The Ballad of Damrod,” an “anthem” for the Hill-Troll (can’t get extra steel than that) that includes legendary drummer Gene Hoglan—who included late, nice Rush drummer Neil Peart’s cymbals into his package as a part of the recording course of.

“The Ballad of Damrod” additionally options the vocal stylings of Meshuggah’s Jens Kidman, who hails from Sweden however clearly has a contact of Center-earth in his blood.

You may hearken to your entire tune on Spotify; crank up that quantity identical to a Hill-Troll would need you to.

The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Energy season two hits Prime Video August 29.

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