Perfect Man
Rage · 1988
73 min · 19 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A high-octane blend of melodic riffs and powerful vocals that define German power metal's evolution.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing for focused listening high-energy tracks for motivation live versions enhance emotional impact
- Context
- Released in 1988, 'Perfect Man' marked Rage's transition into a more refined sound following their earlier albums. This was their third studio effort, coming after the band's breakthrough with 'Execution Guaranteed', and it solidified their presence in the European heavy metal scene.
- If you like
- heavy metal, power metal
Perfect Man is an album by Rage, released in 1988. A high-octane blend of melodic riffs and powerful vocals that define German power metal's evolution. The album is notable for its critical reception which helped establish Rage as a key player in the power metal genre during the late 1980s. It showcased their ability to blend intricate melodies with heavy riffs, influencing subsequent acts and contributing to the development of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Perfect Man sound like?
A high-octane blend of melodic riffs and powerful vocals that define German power metal's evolution. Rooted in heavy metal and power metal.
What makes Perfect Man by Rage notable?
The album is notable for its critical reception which helped establish Rage as a key player in the power metal genre during the late 1980s. It showcased their ability to blend intricate melodies with heavy riffs, influencing subsequent acts and contributing to the development of the genre. Released in 1988, 'Perfect Man' marked Rage's transition into a more refined sound following their earlier albums. This was their third studio effort, coming after the band's breakthrough with 'Execution Guaranteed', and it solidified their presence in the European heavy metal scene.
Who is Perfect Man for?
Perfect Man works well if you're into steady pacing for focused listening, high-energy tracks for motivation and live versions enhance emotional impact.
How many songs are on Perfect Man?
Perfect Man has 19 tracks, running approximately 73 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wasteland Standout 3:28
- 2 In the Darkest Hour 3:18
- 3 Animal Instinct Standout 3:49
- 4 Perfect Man Standout 3:35
- 5 Sinister Thinking 3:20
- 6 Supersonic Hydromatic 3:35
- 7 Don’t Fear the Winter 3:29
- 8 Death in the Afternoon 3:58
- 9 A Pilgrim’s Path 4:28
- 10 Time and Place 4:17
- 11 Round Trip 3:26
- 12 Between the Lines 3:20
- 13 Symbols of Our Fear 3:35
- 14 Neurotic 3:01
- 15 Shame on You (live) 4:30
- 16 Don’t Fear the Winter (live) 3:56
- 17 Certain Days (live) 5:32
- 18 Last Goodbye 4:21
- 19 Not Forever (live acoustic) 4:06
Release Date
January 1, 1988
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
73 min 13 sec
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