CHASTAIN and Leather Leone have been a formidable presence in the metal scene for over 30 years, and The Reign of Leather II is the second album to chronicle the history of Leather's vocals and songwriting. The album features all the tracks for which Leather wrote the lyrics and melodies, with David T. Chastain providing the music.
In addition to Chastain and Leather, the album also boasts a stellar lineup of musicians, including drummers Ken Mary (Alice Cooper, Flotsam and Jetsam), John Luke Hebert (King Diamond), and Stian Kristoffersen (Pagan's Mind/Firewind), as well as bassists David Harbour (King Diamond) and Mike Skimmerhorn (CJSS).
According to Chastain, "No doubt Leather has established herself as one of the best metal vocalists of all time. This collection of tracks presents a different side of the band with her additional input."
CHASTAIN's albums from Leather's reign are included on this release:
- 1987 The 7th of Never
- 1988 The Voice of the Cult
- 1990 For Those Who Dare
- 2013 Surrender To No One
- 2015 We Bleed Metal
- 2017 We Bleed Metal 17
- 2021 1321
