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Lupus Dei

Powerwolf · 2007

43 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

A thunderous blend of operatic vocals and heavy guitar riffs that channel dark themes with theatrical flair.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling with intensity
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • dark themes for late-night drives
  • operatic vocals that demand attention
  • epic anthems for sing-alongs

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer light-hearted musical themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on May 7, 2007, 'Lupus Dei' marked Powerwolf's third studio album and solidified their position in the power metal scene. Following their previous two albums, this release showcased a more polished production and thematic consistency, further establishing their unique identity within the genre, characterized by a blend of fantasy and gothic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Sabaton· Blind Guardian· HammerFall

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lupus Daemonis (Intro) 1:17
  • 2 We Take It From the Living 4:03
  • 3 Prayer in the Dark 4:20
  • 4 Saturday Satan 5:18
  • 5 In Blood We Trust 3:02
  • 6 Behind the Leathermask 4:35
  • 7 Vampires Don't Die 3:08
  • 8 When the Moon Shines Red 4:25
  • 9 Mother Mary Is a Bird of Prey 3:16
  • 10 Tiger of Sabrod 3:53
  • 11 Lupus Dei 6:08

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