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Dark Wings of Steel

Rhapsody of Fire · 2013

64 min · 12 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal

Epic orchestral arrangements and soaring vocals create a fantastical soundscape of power metal grandeur.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic soundscapes for escapism
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • soaring vocals for catharsis
  • fantastical themes and narratives
  • wave-like pacing for immersion

Maybe skip if you want

  • instant gratification seekers
  • casual background listeners

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 22, 2013, 'Dark Wings of Steel' was Rhapsody of Fire's first album after their name change from Rhapsody. This transition marked a new chapter in their career, following the departure of founding member Luca Turilli and the completion of their 'The Dark Secret Saga' trilogy.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Sonata Arctica

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Vis Divina 1:28
  • 2 Rising From Tragic Flames 6:16
  • 3 Angel of Light 7:05
  • 4 Tears of Pain 6:27
  • 5 Fly to Crystal Skies 5:13
  • 6 My Sacrifice 8:05
  • 7 Silver Lake of Tears 5:00
  • 8 Custode di pace 5:07
  • 9 A Tale of Magic 4:18
  • 10 Dark Wings of Steel 5:51
  • 11 Sad Mystic Moon 4:37
  • 12 Voler vers toi (French Version) 5:07

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