Tyrant

Tyrant is an American heavy metal band that formed in the early 1980s in Pasadena, California. The band is known for its traditional heavy metal style, which incorporates elements of power metal and doom metal. Tyrant gained a following in the underground metal scene with their debut album "Legions of the Dead," released in 1985. They followed up with "Too Late to Pray" in 1987, which continued to build their reputation for powerful riffs and dark lyrical themes. After a long hiatus, they returned with "King of Kings" in 1996. Despite never achieving mainstream success, Tyrant has maintained a dedicated fan base and is often cited for their influence on the American metal scene during the 1980s. The band's career has been marked by sporadic activity and lineup changes, but they have left a lasting legacy within their genre.