Dawn of Victory cover

Dawn of Victory

Rhapsody of Fire · 2000

58 min · 11 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal

Epic orchestral arrangements collide with fast-paced guitar riffs and soaring vocals, creating a fantastical power metal experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic storytelling and narratives
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • climactic moments of intensity
  • immersive listening experiences
  • wave-like pacing variations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'Dawn of Victory' was Rhapsody of Fire's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Legendary Tales' in 1997. At this point, the band had firmly established themselves in the power metal genre, building on their theatrical sound and complex compositions that would define their style. This album solidified their reputation as pioneers of symphonic power metal.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Sonata Arctica

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lux triumphans 2:00
  • 2 Dawn of Victory 4:47
  • 3 Triumph for My Magic Steel 5:46
  • 4 The Village of Dwarves 3:51
  • 5 Dargor, Shadowlord of the Black Mountain 4:48
  • 6 The Bloody Rage of the Titans 6:23
  • 7 Holy Thunderforce 4:21
  • 8 Trolls in the Dark 2:31
  • 9 The Last Winged Unicorn 5:44
  • 10 The Mighty Ride of the Firelord 9:16
  • 11 Dargor, Shadowlord of the Black Mountain (extended version) 8:35

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