Full Moon in St. Petersburg
Rage · 2007
73 min · 31 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A thunderous blend of power metal dynamics and heavy riffs that evoke a nightmarish journey through sound.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its ambitious 'Suite Lingua Mortis', which combines heavy metal with classical influences, reflecting the band's innovative approach. It received positive reviews within the metal community, further solidifying Rage's reputation for pushing genre boundaries and enhancing their international presence, particularly in Russia where they have a dedicated fanbase.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with interludes nightmarish journey through sound dynamic shifts in intensity
- Context
- By the time 'Full Moon in St. Petersburg' was released in 2007, Rage had already established themselves as a prominent force in the power metal scene. This album marked a continuation of their artistic evolution following the critically acclaimed 'Soundchaser' (2003), incorporating orchestral elements and complex arrangements that showcased their growth and ambition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marty Friedman· Angel Dust· Rob Zombie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:15
- 2 Speak of the Dead 2:51
- 3 No Fear 6:35
- 4 Sent by the Devil 2:56
- 5 Soul Survivor Standout 3:46
- 6 Enough Is Enough 4:08
- 7 Baby, I'm Your Nightmare 5:07
- 8 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 1: Morituri te salutant Standout 0:57
- 9 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 2: Prelude of Souls 2:50
- 10 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 3: Innocent 5:32
- 11 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 4: Depression 1:12
- 12 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 5: No Regrets 4:46
- 13 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 6: Confusion 1:33
- 14 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 7: Black 0:54
- 15 Suite Lingua Mortis, Part 8: Beauty 4:16
- 16 Don't Fear the Winter Standout 5:20
- 17 Full Moon 5:09
- 18 Higher Than the Sky 7:54
- 19 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 1: [welcome] 0:07
- 20 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 2: Set This World on Fire 0:27
- 21 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 3: Living My Dream 0:25
- 22 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 4: Dies Irae 0:43
- 23 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 5: Down 0:26
- 24 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 6: French Bourrée 0:33
- 25 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 7: Flesh and Blood 0:35
- 26 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 8: Soundchaser 1:01
- 27 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 9: Orgy of Destruction 0:21
- 28 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 10: Death Is on It's Way 0:20
- 29 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 11: War of Worlds riff 0:14
- 30 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 12: War of Worlds solo 0:24
- 31 Guitar Workshop with Victor Smolski, part 13: Human Metal 0:27
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