Released 40 years ago
Metalized
Sword · 1986
34 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
Razor-sharp riffs and thunderous percussion converge in a relentless barrage of classic heavy metal energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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F.T.W. — This opening track establishes the album's aggressive tone with its fast-paced rhythm and catchy chorus, setting a high-energy benchmark for the rest of the record.
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Dare to Spit — A standout track that showcases the band's lyrical bravado and uncompromising attitude, capturing the rebellious spirit of heavy metal in the mid-'80s.
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Evil Spell — With its darker themes and intricate guitar work, this track exemplifies Sword's ability to blend melody with heavier elements, showcasing their musical versatility.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Sword's debut showcases solid heavy metal craftsmanship but lacks the depth for lasting appeal.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that sets a fast pace, maintaining intensity through the first five songs before slowing slightly in the latter half.
- Vocals are delivered with a gritty edge, frequently harmonizing with guitar lines to create a layered sound that enhances the heaviness of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 F.T.W. 3:47
- 2 Children of Heaven 2:37
- 3 Stoned Again 3:35
- 4 Dare to Spit 3:52
- 5 Outta Control 3:07
- 6 The End of the Night 3:06
- 7 Runaway 2:44
- 8 Where to Hide 3:47
- 9 Stuck in Rock 3:45
- 10 Evil Spell 4:18
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