Legend of the Shadowking
Freedom Call · 2010
60 min · 15 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies and soaring vocals intertwine with fantasy-themed narratives, creating a vibrant tapestry of power metal energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Thunder God — This track epitomizes Freedom Call's energetic style with thunderous riffs and anthemic choruses, encapsulating the album's heroic themes.
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Tears of Babylon — A standout ballad that showcases emotional depth through its lyrical content and melodic structure, contrasting the album's heavier tracks.
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The Shadowking — The title track weaves together the album's central narrative with powerful instrumentation and a memorable chorus that reflects classic power metal elements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic storytelling experiences
- immersive fantasy narratives
- dynamic emotional peaks
- gradual builds and payoffs
- reflective late-night listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon the release of 'Legend of the Shadowking,' Freedom Call was solidifying its position in the power metal scene, following their previous album 'Dimension' in 2007. This record marked a continuation of their thematic exploration into fantasy realms, showcasing their signature sound that blends melodic hooks with energetic instrumentation. The band was also gaining traction in the international market, expanding their fanbase beyond Germany.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Stratovarius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Out of the Ruins 4:21
- 2 Thunder God 3:30
- 3 Tears of Babylon 3:38
- 4 Merlin - Legend of the Past 4:16
- 5 Resurrection Day 3:33
- 6 Under the Spell of the Moon 5:08
- 7 Dark Obsession 4:44
- 8 The Darkness 5:05
- 9 Remember! 4:21
- 10 Ludwig II. - Prologue 2:18
- 11 The Shadowking 5:12
- 12 Merlin - Requiem 2:34
- 13 Kingdom of Madness 3:59
- 14 A Perfect Day 3:57
- 15 Zauber der Nacht 3:25
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