Phoenix
Dreamtale · 2008
49 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
Epic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs and soaring vocals, creating a rich tapestry of power metal energy.
Top tracks — play these first
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Lady Dragon — This opening track sets the tone with its infectious hooks and powerful chorus, encapsulating the band's melodic approach to heavy metal.
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Eyes of the Clown — Combining dark lyrical themes with an upbeat melody, this track showcases Dreamtale's ability to blend contrasting elements seamlessly.
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Take What the Heavens Create — A shorter piece that highlights intricate guitar work and emotional vocal delivery, exemplifying the band's knack for creating impactful moments.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and production, balancing heavy riffs with melodic elements effectively.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks with fast tempos and intricate guitar solos, while the second half shifts to more melodic and atmospheric pieces.
- Several songs incorporate orchestral elements, such as strings and choirs, enhancing the epic feel of the music.
- The vocal delivery alternates between soaring melodies and aggressive tones, creating dynamic contrasts throughout the tracks.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic melodies for grand moments
- powerful anthems for motivation
- soaring vocals during workouts
- high-energy tracks for celebration
Maybe skip if you
- seeking subtle background sounds
- preferring slow, mellow tunes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, 'Phoenix' marks Dreamtale's third album, following their successful previous releases. At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the Finnish metal scene, blending symphonic elements with traditional heavy metal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sonata Arctica· Nightwish· Kamelot
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lady Dragon 4:15
- 2 Eyes of the Clown 4:41
- 3 Payback 4:45
- 4 Yesterday's News 3:33
- 5 Failed States 3:47
- 6 Take What the Heavens Create 2:51
- 7 The Vigilante 4:44
- 8 Great Shadow 5:16
- 9 Between Love and Hate 4:02
- 10 No Angels No More 3:49
- 11 Faceless Men 4:14
- 12 Firebird 3:48
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