Kingmaker
Pretty Maids · 2016
48 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · power metal · traditional heavy metal
Melodic hard rock intertwines with powerful riffs and introspective lyrics in a polished production.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with emotional climaxes introspective lyrics for deep reflection melodic hooks that linger
- Context
- Released in 2016, 'Kingmaker' marked Pretty Maids' first album in over four years, following the critically acclaimed 'Motherland' from 2013. This period saw the band embracing a more mature sound while still retaining their signature heavy metal style, positioning them as veterans within the genre.
- If you like
- hard rock, power metal, traditional heavy metal
Kingmaker is an album by Pretty Maids, released in 2016. Melodic hard rock intertwines with powerful riffs and introspective lyrics in a polished production. 'Kingmaker' received positive reviews for its songwriting and musicianship, charting in multiple countries and reinforcing Pretty Maids' legacy in the hard rock scene. The album's lead single, 'When God Took a Day Off,' garnered significant airplay, showcasing the band's ability to remain relevant in a changing musical landscape. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Kingmaker sound like?
Melodic hard rock intertwines with powerful riffs and introspective lyrics in a polished production. Rooted in hard rock and power metal.
What makes Kingmaker by Pretty Maids notable?
'Kingmaker' received positive reviews for its songwriting and musicianship, charting in multiple countries and reinforcing Pretty Maids' legacy in the hard rock scene. The album's lead single, 'When God Took a Day Off,' garnered significant airplay, showcasing the band's ability to remain relevant in a changing musical landscape. Released in 2016, 'Kingmaker' marked Pretty Maids' first album in over four years, following the critically acclaimed 'Motherland' from 2013. This period saw the band embracing a more mature sound while still retaining their signature heavy metal style, positioning them as veterans within the genre.
Who is Kingmaker for?
Kingmaker works well if you're into steady pacing with emotional climaxes, introspective lyrics for deep reflection and melodic hooks that linger.
How many songs are on Kingmaker?
Kingmaker has 11 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 When God Took a Day Off Standout 6:01
- 2 Kingmaker Standout 4:16
- 3 Face the World 3:59
- 4 Humanize Me 4:13
- 5 Last Beauty on Earth Standout 4:05
- 6 Bull's Eye 3:56
- 7 King of the Right Here and Now 4:41
- 8 Heavens Little Devil 3:48
- 9 Civilized Monsters 4:57
- 10 Sickening 3:45
- 11 Was That What You Wanted 5:00
Release Date
January 1, 2016
Artist Origin
Denmark
Runtime
48 min 41 sec
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