Torquemada 1488 - Gradas De Sangre El Imperio Contraataca

Review by Barry Eagar

"Gradas De Sangre: El Imperio Contraataca" is the latest offering from Spanish metal band Torquemada 1488, and it's a tour de force of heavy riffs, thunderous drums, and guttural vocals. The album is a concept album that tells the story of the Spanish Inquisition and the rise of the Torquemada family to power during that time.

The album opens with the epic "El Imperio Contraataca", a track that sets the tone for the rest of the album with its driving rhythms and soaring guitar solos. The album continues with tracks like "Inquisicion" and "La Hoguera", which showcase the band's ability to blend classic metal influences with modern sounds and production techniques.

The highlight of the album, however, is the title track "Gradas De Sangre", a ten-minute epic that tells the story of the Spanish Inquisition from the perspective of the Torquemada family. The track features intricate guitar work, haunting vocals, and a sense of drama and tension that keeps the listener engaged from beginning to end.

Summary by Barry Eagar

"Gradas De Sangre: El Imperio Contraataca" is a must-listen for fans of heavy metal and concept albums. Torquemada 1488 has crafted a powerful and engaging album that tells a compelling story while delivering some of the best metal music of the year. Highly recommended.