Seasons of The Wolf’s album cover appears to be a mission statement, a wolf giving the finger to some monstrosity, guitar clutched in hand. A defining statement of metal, if ever there was one.

The album has some absolute shredders on it. Songs such as Solar Flare and Desert Night Sky deserve a long rotation in the setlist, and on every good metalhead’s playlist. Songs such as Centuries of Pain and Fool’s Gold add nuance to the record, and keep it sounding fresh and original.

Last Act of Defiance has a credible feel to it, the sort of feel that would make anyone listen want to tap their foot to the music and headbang. And of course the true test of time, is whether Seasons will continue to produce such high quality. I think they will.