What makes Evil Warning by Angra notable?

Evil Warning features re-recorded versions of tracks from Angra's debut, contributing to their critical acclaim and establishing them as pioneers of Brazilian progressive metal. The album helped introduce their sound to a broader audience, significantly impacting the genre's evolution in the 1990s. Released in December 1994, Evil Warning served as Angra's first compilation album, following their debut album Angels Cry from 1993. This collection showcases the band's early development and solidifies their presence in the progressive metal scene, marking a transition as they began to gain international recognition.

How many songs are on Evil Warning?

Evil Warning has 4 tracks, running approximately 22 minutes.

Evil Warning

Angra · 1994

22 min · 4 tracks · progressive metal

A fusion of intricate guitar riffs and soaring vocals, delivering a theatrical and emotive exploration of dark themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Evil Warning (’94 version) — The title track encapsulates Angra's signature blend of melodic complexity and powerful instrumentation, setting the tone for the entire collection.
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Angels Cry (’94 version) — This re-recording highlights the band’s musical growth while retaining the emotional intensity that defines their early work.
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Carry On (’94 version) — The track showcases Angra's ability to merge progressive elements with traditional heavy metal, illustrating their unique style during this formative period.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Established Angra's reputation and showcased their early development in progressive metal.
Themes: dark theatricality· Brazilian metal evolution· melodic complexity
Career context: Released in December 1994, Evil Warning served as Angra's first compilation album, following their debut album Angels Cry from 1993. This collection showcases the band's early development and solidifies their presence in the progressive metal scene, marking a transition as they began to gain international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors: Symphony X· Dream Theater· Kamelot