Cirith Ungol

Cirith Ungol is an American heavy metal band formed in late 1971 in Ventura, California. The group is noted for lyrics inspired by fantasy themes, particularly sword and sorcery, and is recognised as one of the early contributors to the doom and power metal genres. During the 1970s, Cirith Ungol performed a form of heavy metal rooted in hard rock and progressive rock. Their debut studio album, "Frost and Fire," was released in 1981 and marked a shift toward a heavier sound, often regarded as an early example of American power metal.