14 Diamonds – Best of Stratovarius
Stratovarius · 2000
76 min · 14 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies and soaring vocals intertwine with intricate guitar solos, defining power metal's emotional depth.
Why this album works
'14 Diamonds' is significant as it highlights Stratovarius's influential role in power metal and features fan-favorite tracks that contributed to their commercial success. The album encapsulates their best work from the 1990s and early 2000s, reinforcing their position on international charts and solidifying their legacy within the genre.
- Best for
- epic melodies for grand moments dynamic flow with emotional peaks reflective themes for deep listening
- Context
- By the time '14 Diamonds' was released in 2000, Stratovarius had established themselves as prominent figures in the power metal scene, following their breakthrough album 'Visions' in 1997. This compilation captures the band's evolution over the years, showcasing their signature sound while also marking a period of transition leading into their next studio album.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amberian Dawn· Manowar· Majesty
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Hands of Time 5:36
- 2 Distant Skies 4:10
- 3 Tomorrow 4:53
- 4 Coming Home 5:35
- 5 Destiny Standout 10:14
- 6 Future Shock 4:34
- 7 Black Diamond Standout 5:44
- 8 Why Are We Here? 4:43
- 9 We Are the Future 5:18
- 10 Forever 3:07
- 11 Hunting High and Low Standout 3:46
- 12 The Kiss of Judas 5:57
- 13 Rebel 4:16
- 14 Mother Gaia 8:19
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