Knights of the Cross
Grave Digger · 1998
52 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
Epic power metal anthems intertwine with historical narratives and soaring vocals, creating a dramatic sonic landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with dramatic peaks
- epic narratives for historical immersion
- soaring vocals for cathartic release
- energetic anthems for rallying spirit
Maybe skip if you want
- dislike lengthy, narrative-driven tracks
- prefer consistent, steady pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Grave Digger released 'Knights of the Cross' in 1998, they were building on their established reputation from earlier albums like 'Heart of Darkness' (1995). This album marked a return to their thematic roots, combining heavy metal with historical storytelling. As they navigated the late '90s metal scene, this record solidified their status within the power metal subgenre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blind Guardian· Helloween· Iced Earth
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Deus lo vult 2:28
- 2 Knights of the Cross 4:35
- 3 Monks of War 3:38
- 4 Heroes of This Time 4:10
- 5 Fanatic Assassins 3:40
- 6 Lionheart 4:33
- 7 The Keeper of the Holy Grail 5:56
- 8 Inquisition 3:47
- 9 Baphomet 4:12
- 10 Over the Sea 3:51
- 11 The Curse of Jacques 4:52
- 12 The Battle of Bannockburn 6:40
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