As some of you may remember, Demons & Wizards is the band of Jon Schaffer (ex-Iced Earth) and Hansi Kürsch (Blind Guardian)... although their self-titled debut album didn't impress me so much, it did have its moments that showed the band has potential. Therefore, I was rather delighted with inserting this new album into the player.

However, already the first listen revealed that the band hasn't developed as much as I had wished for. Nonetheless, this mellow album also has its moments (especially the ballads and the Led Zep cover). However, if you're looking for heavier songs, you might be disappointed at the new D&W, since there aren't too many aggressive metal offerings on this record. Overall, Touched by the Crimson King is more laidback than the first album.

The sounds on this album are quite apt, and the rawness suits the record well... so, in case you liked the previous D&W album you might want to give "Touched by the Crimson King" a listen. However, keep in mind it isn't as heavy as the debut.

Release date: June 27th, 2005 (Europe) and June 28th, 2005 (USA)

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- MAGE (June 27th, 2005)

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LINE-UP:
Schaffer, Jon: Vocals Kürsch, Hansi: Rhythm, Lead & Acoustic Guitars, Bass Jarzombek, Bobby: Drums Drake, Rubin: Bass Morris, Jim: Guest Guitar Solos
Producer:	Schaffer, Jon; Kürsch, Hansi & Morris, Jim
Mixing by:	Unavailable
Mastering by:	Unavailable

	TRACKLIST:
	01. Crimson King 02. Beneath These Waves 03. Terror Train 04. Seize the Day 05. The Gunslinger 06. Love's Tragedy Asunder 07. Wicked Witch 08. Dorian 09. Down Where I Am 10. Immigrant Song (Led Zeppelin Cover) Length: 49:24