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Renegade

HammerFall · 2000

51 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

Anthemic power metal riffs soar over triumphant choruses, embodying the spirit of classic heavy metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • anthemic choruses for group singing
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • triumphant themes of victory
  • energizing tracks for workouts
  • consistent flow throughout the album

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of experimental sounds
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 9, 2000, 'Renegade' was HammerFall's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Legacy of Kings' in 1998. At this point, the band was solidifying its reputation in the power metal scene after gaining international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Templars of Steel 5:26
  • 2 Keep the Flame Burning 4:39
  • 3 Renegade 4:26
  • 4 Living in Victory 4:42
  • 5 Always Will Be 4:51
  • 6 The Way of the Warrior 4:07
  • 7 Destined for Glory 5:10
  • 8 The Champion 4:57
  • 9 Raise the Hammer 3:23
  • 10 A Legend Reborn 5:09
  • 11 Head Over Heels 4:34

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