What makes Cry Thunder by DragonForce notable?

The album's lead track, 'Cry Thunder', received significant airplay and helped DragonForce maintain their status within the power metal community. Although it didn't achieve mainstream chart success, it showcased the band's enduring appeal and technical prowess, reaffirming their influence on both fans and upcoming metal bands. When 'Cry Thunder' was released in 2012, DragonForce was solidifying their place in the power metal genre after their breakthrough album 'Inhuman Rampage' in 2006. This album marked a return to form following lineup changes and a shift in creative direction since their previous release, presenting a more mature sound that still retained their signature speed and energy.

How many songs are on Cry Thunder?

Cry Thunder has 1 track, running approximately 5 minutes.

Cry Thunder

DragonForce · 2012

5 min · 1 track · power metal

Epic guitar solos and soaring vocals create an exhilarating landscape of power metal triumph.

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Cry Thunder — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's themes of perseverance and adventure through its dynamic instrumentation and uplifting lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong musicianship and memorable melodies typical of power metal but lacks broader impact.

What we noticed

The track features rapid-fire guitar solos that dominate the arrangement, with intricate harmonies layered throughout.
Vocals soar over the instrumentation, employing a high register that emphasizes the epic nature of the song.
The song structure follows a traditional verse-chorus format, with an extended instrumental bridge leading into a climactic finale.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid single that showcases their established sound without broader recognition.
Career context: When 'Cry Thunder' was released in 2012, DragonForce was solidifying their place in the power metal genre after their breakthrough album 'Inhuman Rampage' in 2006. This album marked a return to form following lineup changes and a shift in creative direction since their previous release, presenting a more mature sound that still retained their signature speed and energy.
Stylistic neighbors: Blind Guardian· Rhapsody of Fire· Stratovarius