Borrowed Time
Diamond Head · 1982
42 min · 7 tracks · heavy metal
Pulsating heavy metal riffs intertwine with soaring melodies, encapsulating the essence of early '80s British rock.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening gradual build to powerful climax soaring melodies for emotional uplift
- Context
- Released on March 12, 1982, 'Borrowed Time' is Diamond Head's third studio album, following their acclaimed debut 'Lightning to the Nations.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their influence within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, aiming for broader recognition and commercial success.
- If you like
- heavy metal
Borrowed Time is an album by Diamond Head, released in 1982. Pulsating heavy metal riffs intertwine with soaring melodies, encapsulating the essence of early '80s British rock. 'Borrowed Time' became notable for its cult status among metal enthusiasts and for tracks like 'Am I Evil?' which have been covered by numerous artists, including Metallica. This album helped cement Diamond Head's legacy within the heavy metal genre as they continued to inspire future generations of musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Borrowed Time sound like?
Pulsating heavy metal riffs intertwine with soaring melodies, encapsulating the essence of early '80s British rock. Rooted in heavy metal.
What makes Borrowed Time by Diamond Head notable?
'Borrowed Time' became notable for its cult status among metal enthusiasts and for tracks like 'Am I Evil?' which have been covered by numerous artists, including Metallica. This album helped cement Diamond Head's legacy within the heavy metal genre as they continued to inspire future generations of musicians. Released on March 12, 1982, 'Borrowed Time' is Diamond Head's third studio album, following their acclaimed debut 'Lightning to the Nations.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their influence within the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, aiming for broader recognition and commercial success.
Who is Borrowed Time for?
Borrowed Time works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, gradual build to powerful climax and soaring melodies for emotional uplift.
How many songs are on Borrowed Time?
Borrowed Time has 7 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Call Me 3:52
- 2 In the Heat of the Night Standout 4:56
- 3 To Heaven From Hell 6:12
- 4 Lightning to the Nations 4:08
- 5 Borrowed Time Standout 7:36
- 6 Don't You Ever Leave Me 7:56
- 7 Am I Evil? Standout 7:20
Release Date
March 12, 1982
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
42 min 0 sec
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