Kingdom of XII
Molly Hatchet · 2000
57 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · Southern rock
A gritty blend of Southern rock anthems brimming with life, nostalgia, and heartfelt storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks nostalgic storytelling through anthems for road trip playlists
- Context
- When 'Kingdom of XII' was released in 2000, Molly Hatchet was reestablishing their presence after a decade of lineup changes. This album marked a return to form with original member Dave Hlubek contributing, alongside new energy from the band’s evolving sound. It came after their previous album 'Silent Reign of Heroes' in 1998, which faced mixed reviews.
- If you like
- hard rock, Southern rock
Kingdom of XII is an album by Molly Hatchet, released in 2000. A gritty blend of Southern rock anthems brimming with life, nostalgia, and heartfelt storytelling. The album received moderate attention, peaking at number 36 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart. Critics noted its solid representation of Southern rock and highlighted the band's ability to stay relevant by blending classic elements with contemporary sounds. Its release also signaled a resurgence for the genre during the early 2000s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kingdom of XII sound like?
A gritty blend of Southern rock anthems brimming with life, nostalgia, and heartfelt storytelling. Rooted in hard rock and Southern rock.
What makes Kingdom of XII by Molly Hatchet notable?
The album received moderate attention, peaking at number 36 on the Billboard Independent Albums chart. Critics noted its solid representation of Southern rock and highlighted the band's ability to stay relevant by blending classic elements with contemporary sounds. Its release also signaled a resurgence for the genre during the early 2000s. When 'Kingdom of XII' was released in 2000, Molly Hatchet was reestablishing their presence after a decade of lineup changes. This album marked a return to form with original member Dave Hlubek contributing, alongside new energy from the band’s evolving sound. It came after their previous album 'Silent Reign of Heroes' in 1998, which faced mixed reviews.
Who is Kingdom of XII for?
Kingdom of XII works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, nostalgic storytelling through anthems and for road trip playlists.
How many songs are on Kingdom of XII?
Kingdom of XII has 12 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Heart of the U.S.A. Standout 4:01
- 2 Cornbread Mafia 3:27
- 3 One Last Ride Standout 7:46
- 4 Why Won't You Take Me Home 3:21
- 5 Turn My Back on Yesterday 5:04
- 6 Gypsy Trail 3:47
- 7 White Lightning 3:50
- 8 Tumbling Dice 3:13
- 9 Angel in Dixie Standout 4:08
- 10 Kickstart to Freedom 4:36
- 11 Dreams of Life 7:12
- 12 Edge of Sundown 7:10
Release Date
January 1, 2000
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 40 sec
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