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Born in America

Riot V · 1983

39 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · power metal · speed metal

A thunderous blend of power metal and hard rock fueled by anthemic choruses and relentless guitar riffs.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo anthemic energy
  • for road trip sing-alongs
  • relentless guitar riffs for motivation
  • cathartic release of frustration

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek quiet, introspective moments

Where this album fits

Career context
Born in America is Riot V's third studio album, released in 1983 during a period when the band was establishing itself within the burgeoning American heavy metal scene. Following their previous album, Fire Down Under, this release sought to solidify their sound and fanbase amid rising competition and changing musical trends.
Stylistic neighbors
HammerFall· Blind Guardian· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Born in America 4:06
  • 2 You Burn in Me 3:40
  • 3 Wings of Fire 4:39
  • 4 Running From the Law 4:26
  • 5 Devil Woman 4:01
  • 6 Vigilante Killer 3:02
  • 7 Heavy Metal Machine 3:37
  • 8 Where Soldiers Rule 3:45
  • 9 Gunfighter 4:27
  • 10 Promised Land 3:51

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