Wings Of Steel | Gates Of Twilight | High Roller Records (Reissue)

Release Date: November 14^th, 2025

Format: CD/ Vinyl

Genre: Heavy Metal

Country: United States

Wings Of Steel began when vocalist Leo Unnermark and guitarist and bassist Parker Halub crossed paths while studying music in Los Angeles. Their shared taste for classic heavy metal drove them to start writing together in 2019. The name Wings Of Steel became official with their self titled EP in 2022, followed by the original private release of “Gates Of Twilight” in 2023. Drummer Mike Mayhem completed the lineup, Mix and master was handled by Damien Rainaud and High Roller Records brings this album to a wider audience through a proper international edition. The band has been gaining attention fast, especially in Europe, where early reviews praised the power of Leo’s vocals and the chemistry between the members.

“Gates Of Twilight” plays like a young band stepping into the world with fire in their hands. The songs have a classic metal heart, driven by strong vocal lines and guitar work that often goes straight for the memorable hook. Leo Unnermark sings with impressive range and control, and he pushes each chorus with enough energy to make it stick. Parker Halub keeps the guitars sharp and expressive, while Mike Mayhem handles the rhythm section with steady punch. The album moves with a clear focus on melody and power, giving the material a timeless heavy metal character.

There is a steady sense of forward motion across the album. Tracks like “Liar In Love” and “Lady Of The Lost” show the band’s instinct for catchy leads and bold vocal phrasing. “Garden Of Eden” and “Cry Of The Damned” bring an energetic spark, while longer tracks such as “Slave Of Sorrows” stretch out the band’s melodic side. “Gates Of Twilight” and “Into The Sun” close the album with the same intensity that opened it, giving the whole release a unified presence without slipping into repetition.

As a full length debut, “Gates Of Twilight” shows a band that knows how to write heavy metal songs that stick on first listen. There is no unnecessary showiness, just strong performances and songwriting that aims to hit straight and true. The production keeps everything clear and lively, giving space for the vocals and guitars to stand tall. For a reissue, this is more than a second chance, it is a clear introduction to a band that has plenty of fire to bring to the genre and become the next big thing in heavy metal. Don’t have something with High Roller (in addition I’ve taken a lot of their releases coz they’re top labels-and numerous others of course) but much bigger labels have another thing coming about new bands.

Score: 8.5

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