Age of Consent
Virgin Steele · 1988
71 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
Epic heavy metal anthems blend with theatrical elements, showcasing both ferocity and melodic grandeur.
Why this album works
'Age of Consent' is notable for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from publications like 'Metal Forces' and 'Kerrang!', which praised its lyrical depth and musical complexity. The album helped consolidate Virgin Steele's reputation within the heavy metal community, influencing subsequent power metal bands with its dramatic flair and thematic storytelling.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions theatrical storytelling elements
- Context
- By the time 'Age of Consent' was released in 1988, Virgin Steele had established itself in the heavy metal scene following their 1986 debut album. This record marked a significant evolution in their sound, as it showcased a more refined production style and ambitious compositions that would solidify their place in the burgeoning power metal genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marty Friedman· Rob Zombie· Manowar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Burning of Rome (Cry for Pompeii) Standout 6:39
- 2 Let It Roar 3:48
- 3 Prelude to Evening 1:10
- 4 Lion in Winter 5:32
- 5 Stranger at the Gate 1:30
- 6 Perfect Mansions (Mountains of the Sun) Standout 8:33
- 7 Coils of the Serpent 1:24
- 8 Serpent's Kiss 8:15
- 9 On the Wings of the Night 4:41
- 10 Seventeen Standout 4:21
- 11 Tragedy 4:22
- 12 Stay on Top 3:36
- 13 Chains of Fire 3:35
- 14 Desert Plains 4:52
- 15 Cry Forever 4:32
- 16 We Are Eternal 4:11
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