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Rabbit Don't Come Easy

Helloween · 2003

61 min · 12 tracks · power metal

A vibrant blend of melodic power metal with anthemic choruses and intricate guitar harmonies.

Why this album works

'Rabbit Don't Come Easy' received positive reviews and helped Helloween solidify their place in the power metal genre during the early 2000s. It debuted at number 24 on the German Albums Chart, reinforcing their comeback narrative after earlier struggles. The album is often credited with influencing a new wave of melodic metal bands that followed its release.
Best for
dynamic journey with climactic peaks evening drive anthems for camaraderie intricate guitar harmonies to explore
Context
Released in 2003, 'Rabbit Don't Come Easy' was Helloween's ninth studio album and marked a significant point in their career post-reformation. Following the departures and lineup changes in the late 1990s, this album showcased a reinvigorated sound while maintaining their signature style. It was also the first album to feature drummer Dani Löble, contributing to the band's evolving dynamics.
Stylistic neighbors
Majesty· Manowar· Amberian Dawn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Just a Little Sign 4:26
  • 2 Open Your Life Standout 4:30
  • 3 The Tune 5:36
  • 4 Never Be a Star 4:11
  • 5 Liar Standout 4:56
  • 6 Sun 4 the World 3:57
  • 7 Don't Stop Being Crazy 4:21
  • 8 Do You Feel Good 4:23
  • 9 Hell Was Made in Heaven Standout 5:34
  • 10 Back Against the Wall 5:45
  • 11 Listen to the Flies 4:54
  • 12 Nothing to Say 8:27

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