20 Years in History
Running Wild · 2003
141 min · 26 tracks · heavy metal
A thunderous celebration of heavy metal history, blending epic storytelling with ferocious guitar riffs and powerful anthemic choruses.
Top tracks — play these first
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Under Jolly Roger — This track exemplifies Running Wild's signature blend of pirate-themed narratives with galloping melodies, encapsulating their adventurous spirit. Its iconic chorus makes it a staple at live shows.
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Genghis Khan — The song showcases the band's knack for historical storytelling, combining fierce instrumentation with compelling lyrics that detail the life of the infamous conqueror. It's both educational and exhilarating.
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Raise Your Fist — An anthem of defiance, this track features powerful vocals and rallying cries that resonate deeply with fans, making it a notable highlight within the album's context of celebration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- epic melodies for adventure seekers
- anthemic choruses for group singing
- historical themes for storytelling lovers
- wave-like pacing for immersive listening
Maybe skip if you
- dislike lengthy listening experiences
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 22, 2003, '20 Years in History' marks Running Wild's 11th studio album and showcases their established legacy in the power metal scene. This compilation also highlights their evolution while revisiting classic tracks with renewed vigor. The album comes after a period of lineup changes, solidifying their sound as they celebrate two decades of music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blind Guardian· Helloween· Gamma Ray
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Prowling Werewolf 4:13
- 2 Genghis Khan 4:10
- 3 Prisoner of Our Time 5:23
- 4 Branded & Exiled ’03 3:58
- 5 Mordor ’03 4:41
- 6 Under Jolly Roger 4:44
- 7 Apocalyptic Horsemen 4:38
- 8 Raise Your Fist 5:31
- 9 Port Royal 4:14
- 10 Conquistadores 4:48
- 11 Riding the Storm 6:30
- 12 Bad to the Bone 4:48
- 13 Blazon Stone 6:32
- 14 Little Big Horn 4:58
Disc 2
- 1 Whirlwind 4:55
- 2 Treasure Island 11:15
- 3 Black Hand Inn 4:33
- 4 The Privateer 4:22
- 5 Lions of the Sea 5:50
- 6 Black Soul 5:21
- 7 Firebreather 4:04
- 8 Ballad of William Kidd 8:42
- 9 Victory 4:49
- 10 Tsar 7:08
- 11 Welcome to Hell 4:35
- 12 The Brotherhood 6:46
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