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Metalizer

Sabaton · 2007

106 min · 27 tracks · power metal

Explosive power metal anthems intertwine with historical narratives and soaring vocals across electrifying guitar riffs.

Why this album works

'Metalizer' received positive reviews and helped propel Sabaton into mainstream recognition within the power metal scene. The album's thematic focus on war and heroism resonated deeply with fans, contributing to their growing popularity and leading to tours that expanded their fanbase internationally.
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Context
Released on April 20, 2007, 'Metalizer' was Sabaton's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough success with 'Primo Victoria'. This album solidified their reputation in the power metal genre, showcasing a more refined sound that drew from historic themes and battles, setting the stage for their later commercial achievements.
Stylistic neighbors
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Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Hellrider Standout 3:41
  • 2 Thundergods 3:47
  • 3 Metalizer Standout 4:06
  • 4 Shadows 3:28
  • 5 Burn Your Crosses Standout 5:09
  • 6 7734 3:41
  • 7 Endless Nights 4:52
  • 8 Hail to the King 3:39
  • 9 Thunderstorm 3:08
  • 10 Speeder 3:45
  • 11 Masters of the World 4:03
  • 12 Jawbreaker 3:23
  • 13 Dream Destroyer 3:12
  • 14 Panzer Battalion (demo version) 5:01
  • 15 Hellrider (live in Västerås 2006) 4:25

Disc 2

  • 1 Introduction 0:56
  • 2 Hellrider Standout 3:48
  • 3 Endless Nights 4:50
  • 4 Metalizer Standout 4:26
  • 5 Burn Your Crosses Standout 5:23
  • 6 The Hammer Has Fallen 5:50
  • 7 Hail to the King 4:09
  • 8 Shadows 3:33
  • 9 Thunderstorm 3:10
  • 10 Masters of the World 4:01
  • 11 Guten Nacht 1:53
  • 12 Birds of War 4:53

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