Nostradamus
Judas Priest · 2008
102 min · 23 tracks · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal
A sprawling metal opera intertwining historical narrative with dramatic melodies and complex arrangements.
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Nostradamus' marked Judas Priest's twelfth studio album and their first conceptual work, following the band's return to form with 'Angel of Retribution' in 2005. This album showcased a bold artistic direction, exploring themes of prophecy and fate, which diverged from their earlier, more straightforward heavy metal sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Iron Maiden· Black Sabbath· Accept
- If this clicks, go next to
- Redeemer of Souls — Continues the epic sound with a modern twist and strong melodic elements.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Prophecy".
Disc 1
- 1 Dawn of Creation 2:31
- 2 Prophecy Start here 5:26
- 3 Awakening 0:52
- 4 Revelations 7:05
- 5 The Four Horsemen 1:35
- 6 War 5:04
- 7 Sands of Time 2:36
- 8 Pestilence and Plague 5:08
- 9 Death 7:33
- 10 Peace 2:21
- 11 Conquest 4:42
- 12 Lost Love 4:28
- 13 Persecution 6:34
Disc 2
- 1 Solitude 1:22
- 2 Exiled 6:32
- 3 Alone 7:50
- 4 Shadows in the Flame 1:10
- 5 Visions 5:24
- 6 Hope 2:09
- 7 New Beginnings 4:56
- 8 Calm Before the Storm 2:05
- 9 Nostradamus 6:43
- 10 Future of Mankind 8:29
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