Perhaps as an inevitable consequence of the more atmospheric tendencies of its predecessor, the final album of Bathory's long-lived classic period is a significantly less metallic affair that anything that would come before or after, expanding on the folk elements of Quorthon's innovative Viking metal style and coming up with an epic and majestic album that may alienate some of Quorthon's long-time followers, but is equally capable of attracting newcomers. While 'Hammerheart' slowed Bathory's breakneck pace down considerably, it grinds to a standstill in 'Twilight of the Gods,' which largely relegates Quorthon's guitars to a backing instrument and increases ...  Read the complete review