What makes Another Return by Artch notable?

The album is notable for its critical reception within the heavy metal community, particularly in Norway, where it contributed to the band's growing reputation. Tracks like 'Another Return to Church Hill' showcased their evolving sound and helped shape the Norwegian metal landscape during a time of increasing global interest in the genre. Released on September 1, 1988, 'Another Return' was Artch's second studio album, following their debut 'New Arrival' from 1986. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the Norwegian heavy metal scene, honing a sound that combined melodic elements with traditional metal influences.

Who is Another Return for?

Another Return works well if you're into steady mid-tempo progression, soaring vocals for empowerment and intricate guitar work exploration.

How many songs are on Another Return?

Another Return has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.

Another Return

Artch · 1988

42 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal

A powerful blend of soaring vocals and intricate guitar work that embodies the essence of late '80s heavy metal.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady mid-tempo progression
soaring vocals for empowerment
intricate guitar work exploration
reflective themes of renewal

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
avoid lengthy in-order listening

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on September 1, 1988, 'Another Return' was Artch's second studio album, following their debut 'New Arrival' from 1986. At this point, the band was solidifying its presence in the Norwegian heavy metal scene, honing a sound that combined melodic elements with traditional metal influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Black Obelisk· Ozzy Osbourne· Alice Cooper

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Conversio Prelude 1:01
2 Another Return to Church Hill 5:28
3 Power to the Man 3:56
4 Loaded 4:08
5 Where I Go 5:59
6 Metal Life 5:05
7 The Promised Land 3:41
8 Shoot to Kill 4:54
9 Living in the Past 4:26
10 Reincarnation 4:09

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