The 2013 release "Dark Wings of Steel" marked a return to a more direct, heavy sound for Rhapsody of Fire, eschewing some of the elaborate symphonic arrangements of previous efforts for a more streamlined, aggressive approach.
- "Dark Wings of Steel" was the first album to be released under the Rhapsody of Fire name after a period of legal disputes over the band's name.
- The album was produced by Fabio Lione and Roberto Toderi, and mixed by Achim Köhler at Indisclosed Studio, Germany.
- "Dark Wings of Steel" charted at number 73 in Germany and number 90 in Switzerland.
Rhapsody of Fire are a power metal band from Italy, known for their epic, symphonic sound and fantasy-inspired lyrics. Formed in 1993, they have been a consistent force in the metal scene for decades. In 2013, Rhapsody of Fire were in the midst of a complex lineup situation, with former members pursuing their own projects under the Rhapsody name. This album represented a specific iteration of the band carrying the Rhapsody of Fire banner.
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