Hordes of the Brave
Iron Mask · 2005
59 min · 11 tracks · neo-classical metal
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with powerful metal riffs, creating a dramatic soundscape that honors both history and fantasy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Holy War — Opening with a fierce intensity, this track sets the tone for the album's themes of conflict and valor while highlighting the band's technical prowess.
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Alexander the Great (Hordes of the Brave, Part I) — This ambitious epic delves into historical narrative, merging captivating melodies with intricate guitar work that exemplifies their neo-classical style.
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Freedom’s Blood (The Patriot) — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythms, this track encapsulates the spirit of heroism and sacrifice central to the album's concept.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate musicianship with a blend of orchestral and metal elements, but lacks broader recognition.
What we noticed
- The album features orchestral arrangements that are layered with heavy guitar riffs, creating a rich and dynamic sound.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, moving from fast-paced sections to slower, more melodic passages.
- The use of recurring motifs across multiple tracks enhances thematic continuity, particularly in the title track and its parts.
- 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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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Holy War 5:11
- 2 Freedom’s Blood (The Patriot) 4:31
- 3 Time 5:06
- 4 The Invisible Empire 5:35
- 5 Demon’s Child 5:37
- 6 High in the Sky 4:46
- 7 Alexander the Great (Hordes of the Brave, Part I) 6:42
- 8 Crystal Tears 4:03
- 9 Iced Wind of the North 6:29
- 10 My Eternal Flame 5:08
- 11 Troops of Avalon 6:08
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