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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Trans-Siberian Orchestra· Iced Earth· Queensrÿche
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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