Promise and Terror
Blaze Bayley · 2010
55 min · 11 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal
An introspective blend of hard rock and heavy metal, exploring themes of loss and resilience.
Why this album works
'Promise and Terror' received positive reviews for its lyrical depth and musical composition, reinforcing Bayley's reputation as a poignant storyteller in heavy metal. The album features tracks that resonate with fans of traditional heavy metal while contributing to the genre's contemporary landscape, garnering attention on various music charts.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks introspective reflections on loss wave-like pacing that captivates
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2010, 'Promise and Terror' is Blaze Bayley’s fourth solo album, following his previous release 'The Man Who Would Be Queen' in 2008. This album marks a continued evolution in his songwriting, showcasing both personal struggles and broader themes, solidifying his status within the heavy metal scene after departing from Iron Maiden.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Queen· Ozzy Osbourne· Aria
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Watching the Night Sky Standout 3:36
- 2 Madness and Sorrow 3:09
- 3 1633 6:03
- 4 God of Speed Standout 5:48
- 5 City of Bones 6:25
- 6 Faceless 3:46
- 7 Time to Dare Standout 5:41
- 8 Surrounded by Sadness 3:59
- 9 The Trace of Things That Have No Words 5:47
- 10 Letting Go of the World 6:23
- 11 Comfortable in Darkness 4:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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