Hey, I'm not expecting you to suddently become a
HammerFall fan, then thank me for enlightening you
I can deal with people's tastes and opinions, just wanted to make clear that people listen to them for a reason. I like them enough to think they deserve a few words to contradict your first statement.
Hammerfall tunes have originality, the thing that makes them so similar to 80's (and earlier) bands is the fact that they can make a more simple and melodic tune sound kickass and credible. There are not many new bands that can do that and really get away with it.
As for being flowery and sugary, you probably
Forgot the
Existence of
Edguy,
Stratovarius and
Sonata Arctica - I like them, but you'll
Risk getting diabetees.
When in Danger or in doubt,
Run in circles, Scream and shout.