Shadowland The Necromancer's Castle CD (Jewel Case, 2021, No Remorse Records)

Emerging from New York City’s underground heavy metal scene, Shadowland deliver a powerful debut statement with The Necromancer’s Castle, released in CD jewel case format via No Remorse Records. Rooted firmly in the traditions of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal while forged in the grit of modern US underground metal, the album stands as a bold and atmospheric entry into contemporary traditional heavy metal.

Shadowland channel the essence of early NWOBHM through a sound deeply influenced by pioneers such as Iron Maiden, Riot, Saxon, and Judas Priest, blending galloping riffs, melodic twin-guitar harmonies, and darkly atmospheric storytelling into a cohesive and immersive listening experience.

The Necromancer’s Castle unfolds as a conceptual journey through fantastical and otherworldly narratives, evoking imagery of occult castles, spectral voyages, and mythic darkness. Across eight tracks, the album balances traditional heavy metal power with a raw, punk-influenced edge, creating a sound that feels both classic and unfiltered.

A defining element of Shadowland’s identity is vocalist Tanya Finder, whose performance draws comparisons to both gothic vocal stylings reminiscent of Coven and the raw intensity of early Paul Di’Anno-era Iron Maiden. This duality is reinforced by the band’s instrumentation, which shifts between driving NWOBHM-style riffing, heavy chugging passages, and thunderous rhythmic sections that give the album its dynamic and unpredictable energy.

Critically noted for its strong visual and musical identity, Shadowland’s presentation also benefits from the striking artwork of Tanya Finder, reinforcing the album’s dark fantasy atmosphere and cohesive artistic vision. The result is a release that feels intentionally crafted as a full immersive experience rather than a collection of individual tracks.

Described as combining the visual aesthetic of Sacrilege with the sonic energy of Judas Priest, Shadowland establish themselves as a distinctive force within the modern traditional metal movement, bridging classic influences with contemporary underground intensity.

Presented in CD format, The Necromancer’s Castle is an essential release for fans of NWOTHM, fantasy-driven heavy metal, and classic British-inspired traditional metal delivered with modern underground authenticity.

Recommended if you like: Judas Priest, Iron Maiden, Saxon, Mercyful Fate, Riot, Manilla Road, Cirith Ungol, Eternal Champion, Visigoth, Brocas Helm, Omen, Tower, Savage Master, Lady Beast, Enforcer and other New Wave Of Traditional Heavy Metal (NWOTHM) bands

Artist: Shadowland 
Title: The Necromancer's Castle
Label: No Remorse Records
Catalogue Number: NRR74956
UPC: 723803978467
Release Year: 2021
Duration: Album
Format: CD 
Packaging Type: Jewel Case
Condition: New & factory sealed

Tracklist:

1. Ligeia
2. The Necromancer's Castle
3. Walking In Shadows
4. Rising Tide
5. Warhound
6. Remains
7. Easy Livin'
8. Pretty Faces