Crystal Empire cover

Crystal Empire

Freedom Call · 2001

49 min · 11 tracks · power metal

Epic melodies and soaring vocals intertwined with symphonic elements create an exhilarating power metal experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • epic anthems for celebration
  • uplifting themes of perseverance
  • soaring vocals for sing-alongs
  • immersive experience for fantasy lovers

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced listening experiences
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 22, 2001, 'Crystal Empire' was Freedom Call's second full-length album, following their debut 'Stairway to Fairyland'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their identity within the power metal genre, building on the success of their earlier work and developing a more polished sound.
Stylistic neighbors
HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Stratovarius

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The King of the Crystal Empire 0:32
  • 2 Freedom Call 5:33
  • 3 Rise Up 4:05
  • 4 Farewell 4:06
  • 5 Pharao 4:43
  • 6 Call of Fame 4:15
  • 7 Heart of the Rainbow 4:36
  • 8 The Quest 7:35
  • 9 Ocean 5:10
  • 10 Palace of Fantasy 4:48
  • 11 The Wanderer 3:46

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