Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 2 cover

Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 2

Helloween · 1988

54 min · 10 tracks · power metal

Epic melodies intertwine with intricate guitar harmonies, creating a soaring soundscape that defines power metal's golden age.

Why this album works

The album was crucial in establishing Helloween as a cornerstone of the power metal movement, achieving notable chart success across Europe. Tracks like 'I Want Out' became anthems for metal fans and helped shape the sound of future heavy metal bands.
Career context
Released in 1988, 'Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 2' was Helloween's fourth studio album and a follow-up to their influential 'Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 1'. At this point, the band was solidifying their position as pioneers of the power metal genre, having gained significant attention in Europe and beyond.
Stylistic neighbors
Majesty· Manowar· Amberian Dawn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Invitation 1:06
  • 2 Eagle Fly Free Standout 5:08
  • 3 You Always Walk Alone 5:08
  • 4 Rise and Fall 4:22
  • 5 Dr. Stein Standout 5:04
  • 6 We Got the Right 5:08
  • 7 Save Us 5:13
  • 8 March of Time 5:14
  • 9 I Want Out Standout 4:40
  • 10 Keeper of the Seven Keys 13:38

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