Branded and Exiled
Running Wild · 1985
35 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A relentless barrage of galloping riffs and soaring vocals, embodying the spirit of classic heavy metal.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo progression
- relentless galloping riffs
- soaring vocal anthems
- empowering themes of resistance
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek mellow background music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in January 1985, 'Branded and Exiled' was Running Wild's fourth studio album, arriving at a critical juncture after their successful 'Under Jolly Roger.' This record helped solidify their identity within the burgeoning power metal scene, showcasing a more refined sound and lyrical maturity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blind Guardian· Helloween· Gamma Ray
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Branded and Exiled 3:53
- 2 Gods of Iron 4:00
- 3 Realm of Shades 4:29
- 4 Mordor 4:50
- 5 Fight the Oppression 4:56
- 6 Evil Spirit 3:20
- 7 Marching to Die 4:36
- 8 Chains and Leather 5:42
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