El sello de los tiempos
WarCry · 2002
56 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal
A relentless barrage of heavy riffs and soaring melodies that blend power metal with anthemic choruses.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hijo de la ira — This track showcases WarCry's signature sound with its powerful guitar riffs and emotionally charged lyrics, capturing the essence of their lyrical themes.
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Dispuesto a combatir — An anthem of resilience, this song features driving rhythms and motivational lyrics, embodying the band's spirit of perseverance.
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Un mar de estrellas — With its epic arrangement and soaring vocals, this track illustrates the band's ability to blend melodic elements with heavy instrumentation effectively.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and engaging arrangements but follows familiar power metal tropes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features rapid tempo changes and layered guitar harmonies, establishing a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate dual guitar solos that intertwine melodically, particularly in 'Hijo de la ira' and 'Capitán Lawrence'.
- The choruses are consistently anthemic, often featuring call-and-response vocals that invite listener participation.
- The last three tracks slow down the pace significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere before concluding the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soaring melodies with anthemic choruses
- intense energy for workout sessions
- cathartic release through powerful riffs
- epic themes of resilience and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer subtle, subdued soundscapes
- seek immediate, catchy singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, El sello de los tiempos was WarCry's second studio album, following their self-titled debut in 1999. This album solidified their presence in the Spanish heavy metal scene as they began to gain significant recognition beyond their local fanbase.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Avalanch· Rhapsody of Fire· Blind Guardian
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Hijo de la ira
A pivotal moment where the lyrics confront existential struggles directly, creating a sense of urgency and intensity.
By shifting the focus from abstract themes to direct confrontation, this line heightens emotional engagement and establishes a personal connection.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El sello de los tiempos 0:56
- 2 Alejandro 5:39
- 3 Hijo de la ira 5:07
- 4 Capitán Lawrence 5:49
- 5 Tú mismo 4:37
- 6 Un mar de estrellas 6:56
- 7 Un lugar 6:54
- 8 Dispuesto a combatir 5:25
- 9 Vampiro 7:02
- 10 Hacia delante 6:39
- 11 Renacer 1:49
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