The latest single from Blind Guardian, Fly, is only just a taste of what’s to be unleashed later on in the year. Fans of fantasy and adventure should get their greasy hands on this teaser. The EP starts out strong with the title track. It is almost reminiscent to a majestic Asian tune in terms of melody, and packs wild imagination.

Also included is the acoustic version of another new track entitled "Skalds and Shadows." This acoustic piece sounds like a Middle Age, Lord of the Rings-inspired tune – the way a troubadour would have sung, back in that time period. To end things off on a high note, there is also a cover of the Iron Butterfly classic "In a Gadda Da Vida." The cover is done the Blind Guardian way: downright heavy and classy.

With that said, expect this new release to be highly anticipated this year. Never fear, power fans, this is a great piece of plastic to savor until the time has come. It sounds like another great Blind Guardian masterpiece is on its way. (8.5/10)