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Ready for Boarding

Running Wild · 1988

43 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

A high-octane blend of pirate-themed narratives and galloping riffs that define power metal's adventurous spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo adventure
  • pirate-themed narrative excitement
  • rallying anthems for camaraderie
  • epic tales of historical figures
  • engaging storytelling throughout

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer mellow, slow tempos

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Ready for Boarding' is the fourth studio album by Running Wild, solidifying their position in the burgeoning power metal scene. This album followed their breakthrough with 'Port Royal' in 1988 and showcased a more ambitious songwriting approach, reflecting the band's growth.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· Gamma Ray

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hymn of Long John Silver 2:36
  • 2 Under Jolly Roger 4:16
  • 3 Genghis Khan 4:14
  • 4 Raise Your Fist 5:15
  • 5 Purgatory 5:35
  • 6 Mordor 4:24
  • 7 Diabolic Force 4:38
  • 8 Raw Ride 4:38
  • 9 Adrian S.O.S. 2:35
  • 10 Prisoner of Our Time 5:42

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