Phoenix Rising
Galneryus · 2011
92 min · 18 tracks · power metal
Epic power metal anthems soar with intricate guitar solos and soaring vocals, embodying a spirit of resilience and triumph.
Top tracks — play these first
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Tear Off Your Chain — This track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its powerful chorus and relentless energy, blending melodic elements with heavy instrumentation.
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Future Never Dies — A standout for its uplifting message and dynamic arrangement, this song captures the essence of perseverance central to the album's theme.
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Scars — Combining emotional depth with aggressive riffs, this track illustrates Galneryus's ability to balance lyrical vulnerability with musical ferocity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features strong compositions and skilled performances but has some pacing issues due to its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a high-energy track that features rapid guitar riffs and soaring vocals, setting a powerful tone for the record.
- The running time includes several extended tracks, with multiple songs exceeding five minutes, allowing for elaborate arrangements and thematic development.
- The final three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier anthems.
- 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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5/10
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
- cathartic full-volume release
- epic anthems for triumph
- soaring melodies for motivation
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- for workout intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer subtle, quiet soundscapes
- seek immediate catchy singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Phoenix Rising is the fifth studio album by Galneryus, coming after their acclaimed record, One for All - All for One. At this stage, the band had solidified their reputation within the Japanese power metal scene, continuing to evolve their sound while maintaining a dedicated fanbase. This album showcases their technical prowess and thematic depth at a pivotal moment in their career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- DragonForce· Sonata Arctica· Blind Guardian
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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The Wind Blows
The moment shifts from introspection to a declaration of hope against adversity, marking a pivotal thematic transition in the song.
This structural choice emphasizes resilience by contrasting personal struggle with an empowering resolution that defines the overall narrative arc.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Rising 2:07
- 2 Tear Off Your Chain 6:46
- 3 Future Never Dies 5:35
- 4 Spirit of Steel 5:17
- 5 Scars 5:45
- 6 The Wind Blows 5:35
- 7 T.F.F.B. 7:08
- 8 No More Tears 6:53
- 9 Bash Out! 4:56
- 10 The Time Has Come 5:26
- 11 The Phoenix 3:12
Disc 2
- 1 Against the Wind 4:18
- 2 Rock You Like a Hurricane 4:31
- 3 Secret Loser 5:16
- 4 1789 4:10
- 5 Kiss of Death 5:48
- 6 Never Die 3:49
- 7 Street Lethal 5:45
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