Blatant hero worship/rip-off or retro greatness? Sweden’s answer to Robert Sweet (Stryper) fronting Judas Priest, Iron Maiden or Bruce Dickinson’s solo material, circa “Accident Of Birth” (see ‘Land Of The Sun’), walk the fine line between the two camps. Camp being an accurate description! Gotta love it. Traditional metal fans, especially old-timers who lament about the lack of “good new bands” (read those that stick to the 70s-80s model: twin guitars, high pitched singer, lack of ballads), will find plenty to like about Katana, named for the ritual Samuri sword. The trademark gallop of Maiden’s Murray/Smith tandem is evident throughout. The lyrics aren’t anything to write home about, Kubilia Khan, Japan and ‘City On The Edge Of Forever’ manages to make the final titular word three exaggerated syllables: “for – e –ver!” The musical equivalent of comfort food: probably not the best thing for you, but an enjoyable flavor that will put a smile on your face!