Believe cover

Believe

Savatage · 1998

77 min · 16 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · power metal

A dramatic blend of heavy metal and orchestral elements, enveloping listeners in a powerful, emotive soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • evocative moments for introspection
  • live performances enhance energy
  • for reflective evening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 18, 1998, 'Believe' marked a significant moment for Savatage as their first album following the tragic death of guitarist Criss Oliva. This album showcased a shift towards a more introspective and melodic approach, reflecting both personal loss and artistic growth. It came during a period when the band was solidifying their legacy within the heavy metal genre.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Believe 5:42
  • 2 Visions 1:25
  • 3 Taunting Cobras 3:21
  • 4 Handful of Rain 5:23
  • 5 Chance 7:50
  • 6 Sarajevo 4:21
  • 7 This Is the Time (1990) 5:41
  • 8 This Isn’t What We Meant 4:13
  • 9 Christmas Eve (Sarajevo 12/24) 3:22
  • 10 Edge of Thorns (live) 6:22
  • 11 Gutter Ballet (live) 6:47
  • 12 The Dungeons Are Calling (live) 4:52
  • 13 Sirens (live) 3:34
  • 14 Criss Oliva Guitar Solo (live) 1:13
  • 15 Hall of the Mountain King (live) 6:15
  • 16 Alone You Breathe 7:28

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