In the Night
Dream Evil · 2010
46 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
Melodic guitar riffs and soaring vocals intertwine with thunderous rhythms in a powerful heavy metal showcase.
Top tracks — play these first
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Immortal — This opening track sets the tone with an anthemic chorus and powerful instrumentation, establishing Dream Evil's signature sound right from the start.
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Bang Your Head — With its infectious energy and upbeat tempo, this track exemplifies the band's embrace of classic metal themes while inviting listeners to engage in the revelry of rock.
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Electric — The dynamic shifts in this song highlight Dream Evil's skillful songwriting, blending catchy melodies with heavier sections that keep the listener engaged throughout.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends energetic heavy metal with melodic elements, showcasing strong craftsmanship and memorable hooks.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature high-energy tempos and aggressive guitar riffs, while the fourth track introduces a slower, more melodic section.
- Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- The album includes a ballad that contrasts with the heavier tracks, providing a moment of respite before returning to the driving rhythms.
- 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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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo anthems
- invigorating sing-along moments
- uplifting melodies for workouts
- soaring vocals for motivation
- consistent flow for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective music
- avoid high-energy listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In the Night is Dream Evil's fourth studio album, following their 2008 release, The Book of Heavy Metal. By this time, the band had solidified their sound and reputation within the power metal scene, building on past successes while refining their musical approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Edguy
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Immortal 4:38
- 2 In the Night 3:15
- 3 Bang Your Head 3:51
- 4 See the Light 3:39
- 5 Electric 3:50
- 6 Frostbite 3:30
- 7 On the Wind 3:45
- 8 The Ballad 4:51
- 9 In the Fires of the Sun 4:41
- 10 Mean Machine 4:05
- 11 Kill, Burn, Be Evil 2:51
- 12 The Unchosen One 3:35
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