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Gods of War

Manowar · 2007

80 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · true metal

Epic orchestral arrangements collide with thunderous heavy metal anthems celebrating mythology and warrior spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic anthems for warrior spirits
  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • immersive storytelling through mythology
  • celebratory sound for camaraderie
  • powerful crescendos that inspire

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short standalone tracks
  • dislike thematic, unified experiences

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Gods of War' marked Manowar's first studio album in five years, following the commercial success of 'Warriors of the World'. At this point, the band was solidifying their legacy as icons of the power metal genre while also exploring deeper mythological themes in their music. This album continued to build on their established style, further cementing their reputation for theatricality and bombast.
Stylistic neighbors
HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Iced Earth

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Overture to the Hymn of the Immortal Warriors 6:19
  • 2 The Ascension 2:30
  • 3 King of Kings 4:18
  • 4 Army of the Dead, Part I 1:58
  • 5 Sleipnir 5:13
  • 6 Loki God of Fire 3:50
  • 7 Blood Brothers 4:54
  • 8 Overture to Odin 3:41
  • 9 The Blood of Odin 3:57
  • 10 Sons of Odin 6:23
  • 11 Glory Majesty Unity 4:41
  • 12 Gods of War 7:26
  • 13 Army of the Dead, Part II 2:20
  • 14 Odin 5:27
  • 15 Hymn of the Immortal Warriors 5:29
  • 16 Die for Metal 5:17
  • 17 Warriors Of The World United (Live) 6:43

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