High Live
Helloween · 1996
89 min · 16 tracks · power metal
A thunderous live testament to Helloween's melodic power metal prowess, blending soaring vocals with intricate guitar work.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in cementing Helloween's legacy within the power metal genre, featuring tracks that became staples in their live performances. It also received favorable reviews, emphasizing the band's energetic stage presence and musicianship, contributing to their enduring influence on subsequent metal acts.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks soaring vocals for cathartic release headbanging energy in live setting
- Context
- Released in 1996, 'High Live' captured Helloween at a pivotal moment following their acclaimed albums 'Master of the Rings' and 'The Time of the Oath'. This live album showcased the band's revitalization and solidified their place in the power metal scene during a time when many artists were struggling to adapt to changing musical landscapes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Majesty· Manowar· Amberian Dawn
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 We Burn 4:12
- 2 Wake Up the Mountain 5:22
- 3 Sole Survivor 5:22
- 4 The Chance 3:56
- 5 Why? 4:43
- 6 Eagle Fly Free Standout 5:17
- 7 The Time of the Oath 7:59
- 8 Future World Standout 5:44
- 9 Dr. Stein Standout 5:01
Disc 2
- 1 Before the War 6:10
- 2 Mr. Ego (Take Me Down) 6:14
- 3 Power 6:53
- 4 Where the Rain Grows 7:29
- 5 In the Middle of a Heartbeat 3:09
- 6 Perfect Gentleman 3:39
- 7 Steel Tormentor 7:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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