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One Crimson Night

HammerFall · 2003

108 min · 22 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

A thunderous live recording that captures the epic energy and theatricality of heavy metal performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical energy for live settings
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • epic anthems for group sing-alongs
  • intense moments of cathartic release
  • commitment to a lengthy journey

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 20, 2003, 'One Crimson Night' is HammerFall's first live album, coming after their successful studio album 'Crimson Thunder'. By this point, the band had solidified their position in the power metal scene with a strong international fanbase, following several acclaimed releases in the early 2000s.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Lore of the Arcane 1:44
  • 2 Riders of the Storm 4:54
  • 3 Heeding the Call 5:00
  • 4 Stone Cold 7:10
  • 5 Hero's Return 4:37
  • 6 Legacy of Kings 4:45
  • 7 Bass Solo: Magnus Rosen 3:37
  • 8 At the End of the Rainbow 4:33
  • 9 The Way of the Warrior 4:03
  • 10 The Unforgiving Blade 3:49
  • 11 Glory to the Brave 6:35
  • 12 Guitar Solo: Stefan Elmgren 2:43
  • 13 Let the Hammer Fall 5:50

Disc 2

  • 1 Renegade 3:54
  • 2 Steel Meets Steel 4:37
  • 3 Crimson Thunder 7:29
  • 4 Templars of Steel 6:10
  • 5 Hearts on Fire 4:03
  • 6 Hammerfall 8:24
  • 7 The Dragon Lies Bleeding 5:06
  • 8 Stronger Than All 4:29
  • 9 A Legend Reborn 5:10

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