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Nothing Left to Fear (1991)
Recorded between 1989 and 1990 but not released until 1991, Nothing Left to Fear is Destiny’s third full-length and probably their most solid offering. Lineup changes brought in a new guitarist who contributed to six of the eleven songs, likely helping push the songwriting to a more varied and compelling level. The album delivers a strong dose of Swedish heavy metal, from the galloping riff of “Sheer Death” to the slower, more atmospheric feel of “Medieval Rendezvous”, which almost veers into doom metal territory. The guitar work is especially strong, including the solos, with “No Reservation” being a standout example.
There’s somewhat of a gloomy atmosphere hanging over the record. The closest comparison I can think of is Chapter VI by Candlemass. The production is a bit cleaner than on the previous album but still far from polished. These guys clearly weren’t working with a big budget. The vocalist shows significant improvement on his second record with the band, with better control and a less raw delivery. At times, he almost sounds like Messiah Marcolin if he had sung to serve the music instead of trying to show off. His higher-pitched parts in “Nothing Left to Fear” give it an epic feeling that’s hard to describe but definitely effective.
Overall, while the first two Destiny records were enjoyable despite their shortcomings, Nothing Left to Fear feels more focused and fully developed. It’s not mind-blowing, but it’s a decent offering of ’80s heavy metal and well worth a listen.
There’s somewhat of a gloomy atmosphere hanging over the record. The closest comparison I can think of is Chapter VI by Candlemass. The production is a bit cleaner than on the previous album but still far from polished. These guys clearly weren’t working with a big budget. The vocalist shows significant improvement on his second record with the band, with better control and a less raw delivery. At times, he almost sounds like Messiah Marcolin if he had sung to serve the music instead of trying to show off. His higher-pitched parts in “Nothing Left to Fear” give it an epic feeling that’s hard to describe but definitely effective.
Overall, while the first two Destiny records were enjoyable despite their shortcomings, Nothing Left to Fear feels more focused and fully developed. It’s not mind-blowing, but it’s a decent offering of ’80s heavy metal and well worth a listen.
(25 May 2025)
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