Metal Commando
Primal Fear · 2020
71 min · 15 tracks · heavy metal
High-octane riffs and soaring vocals merge in a relentless celebration of heavy metal's enduring spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Am Alive — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and driving guitar work, encapsulating themes of resilience and empowerment.
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Raise Your Fists — An empowering rallying cry, this track showcases the band's signature sound with infectious hooks and a strong message about standing together.
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My Name Is Fear — This song blends melodic elements with heavier instrumentation, creating a dynamic contrast that highlights the band's versatility while exploring darker themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions and skilled performances typical of power metal, but lacks broader cultural reach.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks feature aggressive guitar riffs and high-energy drumming, establishing a fast-paced tone that persists through much of the album.
- Several songs incorporate dual guitar harmonies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the melodic aspect of the heavy instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with powerful crescendos
- energizing tracks for workout sessions
- explosive riffs for adrenaline boosts
- wave-like pacing for engaged listening
- cathartic release through thunderous sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer calm, subdued atmospheres
- avoid lengthy, immersive experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 24, 2020, 'Metal Commando' is Primal Fear's twelfth studio album, marking their continued evolution within the power metal genre. The band maintained a consistent lineup following the release of their 2018 album 'Apocalypse', showcasing their ability to refine their sound while staying true to their roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Helloween
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Am Alive 4:34
- 2 Along Came the Devil 4:21
- 3 Halo 4:19
- 4 Hear Me Calling 4:39
- 5 The Lost & The Forgotten 4:08
- 6 My Name Is Fear 4:04
- 7 I Will Be Gone 4:26
- 8 Raise Your Fists 3:52
- 9 Howl of the Banshee 4:54
- 10 Afterlife 4:29
- 11 Infinity 13:12
Disc 2
- 1 Rising Fear 1:39
- 2 Leave Me Alone 4:04
- 3 Second to None 4:12
- 4 Crucify Me 4:06
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