Battle Hymns
Manowar · 1982
35 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · true metal
Thunderous riffs collide with operatic vocals, creating anthems of valor and rebellion in classic heavy metal style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady anthems for empowerment
- celebratory energy for gatherings
- operatic vocals demand attention
- cathartic release through intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer subtle, quiet sounds
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1982, 'Battle Hymns' was Manowar's debut album, positioning them at the forefront of the American heavy metal scene. The band had just formed in 1980 and sought to define their sound with a blend of power metal influences and theatrical elements. This album laid the foundation for their distinctive identity and future releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Iced Earth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Death Tone 4:38
- 2 Metal Daze 4:17
- 3 Fast Taker 3:55
- 4 Shell Shock 4:00
- 5 Manowar 3:25
- 6 Dark Avenger 6:19
- 7 William’s Tale 2:04
- 8 Battle Hymn 6:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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