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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

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