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On Fire

Spiritual Beggars · 2002

50 min · 12 tracks · hard rock · stoner metal

Heavy riffs intertwine with melodic vocals, creating a powerful stoner metal experience that resonates deeply.

Why this album works

'On Fire' received positive critical reception and helped reinforce Spiritual Beggars' reputation within the stoner rock genre. The album's blend of hard rock and melodic elements resonated with fans and critics alike, often cited as a significant influence on subsequent stoner metal acts.
Best for
long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys layered, dense sonic textures
Context
Released in January 2002, 'On Fire' is the fifth studio album by Spiritual Beggars, showcasing their established sound after a decade of evolution. This album followed their 1999 release, 'Ad Astra', and marked a period of solidifying their presence in the stoner metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Cooper· Ozzy Osbourne· Soundgarden

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Street Fighting Saviours Standout 4:22
  • 2 Young Man, Old Soul Standout 3:17
  • 3 Killing Time Standout 3:36
  • 4 Fools Gold 4:01
  • 5 Black Feathers 6:29
  • 6 Beneath the Skin 3:51
  • 7 Fejee Mermaid 1:58
  • 8 Dance of the Dragon King 3:04
  • 9 Tall Tales 4:27
  • 10 The Lunatic Fringe 5:18
  • 11 Look Back 5:29
  • 12 Burden of Dreams 4:41

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