Released 20 years ago
Reformation
Kiuas · 2006
43 min · 10 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies intertwine with aggressive guitar riffs, creating a powerful soundscape that embodies the essence of Finnish power metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Race With the Falcons — This opening track sets the tone for the entire album with its driving rhythms and soaring vocals, encapsulating the band's signature style.
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Black Winged Goddess — The track features intricate guitar work and a captivating chorus that exemplifies Kiuas's ability to merge melody with heaviness effectively.
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Reformation (Wrath of the Old Gods) — As the title track, it delivers a climactic conclusion to the album, blending narrative depth with powerful instrumentation that resonates with thematic strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Kiuas blends melodic and heavy elements effectively, showcasing strong songwriting and production in this power metal release.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that features rapid guitar riffs and soaring vocals, setting a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, adding depth to the heavy instrumentation and creating dynamic contrasts.
- The last two tracks slow down significantly, allowing for more introspective melodies and a gradual conclusion to the album.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic melodies for grand moments
- adventurous spirit in every track
- powerful soundscapes for motivation
- intense energy for workout sessions
Maybe skip if you
- prefer subtle, relaxed sounds
- seek short and simple tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2006, 'Reformation' is Kiuas's second studio album, following their debut 'Spirit of Ukko' from 2005. This album marks a step towards a more mature sound, showcasing the band's evolution in songwriting and production as they solidified their place within the Finnish metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sonata Arctica· DragonForce· Nightwish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Race With the Falcons 4:47
- 2 Through the Ice Age 3:58
- 3 The New Chapter 4:25
- 4 Of Ancient Wounds 3:32
- 5 Child of Cimmeria 1:06
- 6 Black Winged Goddess 5:21
- 7 Heart of the Serpent 4:57
- 8 Bleeding Strings 5:50
- 9 Call of the Horns 3:41
- 10 Reformation (Wrath of the Old Gods) 6:12
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