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In a Time of Blood and Fire

Nocturnal Rites · 1997

43 min · 9 tracks · power metal

Epic melodies and soaring vocals intertwine with thunderous rhythms, creating a rich tapestry of power metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic melodies for grand moments
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • soaring vocals for emotional uplift
  • rich sonic layers to explore
  • anthemic choruses for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking short, standalone tracks
  • prefer instant gratification music

Where this album fits

Career context
In a Time of Blood and Fire was Nocturnal Rites' third studio album, following their 1995 release, Shadowland. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their presence in the power metal scene, building on the momentum from previous albums while refining their signature sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· HammerFall· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sword of Steel 3:21
  • 2 Skyline Flame 5:29
  • 3 Black Death 4:08
  • 4 In a Time of Blood and Fire 5:01
  • 5 Dawnspell 5:38
  • 6 Lay of Ennui 5:01
  • 7 Winds of Death 4:16
  • 8 Rest in Peace 3:37
  • 9 Dragonisle 6:53

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