Cloven Hoof
Cloven Hoof · 1984
52 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
An explosive blend of galloping rhythms and theatrical lyrics that embody the essence of 80s heavy metal.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing
- theatrical storytelling elements
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Cloven Hoof's debut album, released in 1984, introduced the band at a time when British heavy metal was experiencing a resurgence. Following the wave of NWOBHM (New Wave of British Heavy Metal), this album positioned them among contemporaries like Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, setting the stage for their future releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ozzy Osbourne· Black Obelisk· Alice Cooper
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cloven Hoof 6:52
- 2 Nightstalker 3:51
- 3 March of the Damned 1:49
- 4 The Gates of Gehenna 5:28
- 5 Crack the Whip 4:36
- 6 Laying Down the Law 4:44
- 7 Return of the Passover 9:04
- 8 Laying Down the Law ('83 session) 4:53
- 9 Crack the Whip ('83 session) 4:34
- 10 Road of Eagles ('83 session) 6:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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