Remnants of War
Helstar · 1986
38 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A relentless barrage of intricate guitar riffs and soaring vocals that embody classic heavy metal intensity.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its influence on the Texas metal scene, contributing to the rise of power metal in the mid-1980s. It garnered positive critical reception and helped establish Helstar as a significant act within the genre, paving the way for their later success.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs immersive storytelling through music
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Remnants of War' was Helstar's second studio album, following their debut 'Burning Star' from 1984. At this point, the band was solidifying its place in the burgeoning power metal scene, blending aggressive riffs with thematic complexity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marty Friedman· Rob Zombie· Manowar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Unidos por Tristeza 0:49
- 2 Remnants of War Standout 3:45
- 3 Conquest 3:47
- 4 Evil Reign Standout 4:32
- 5 Destroyer 5:03
- 6 Suicidal Nightmare Standout 5:20
- 7 Dark Queen 4:00
- 8 Face the Wicked One 5:16
- 9 Angel of Death 6:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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