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Resurrection

Galneryus · 2010

57 min · 11 tracks · power metal

A soaring blend of symphonic melodies and intricate guitar work that captures the essence of power metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Burn My Heart — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core with its powerful chorus and intricate guitar solos, making it a fan favorite and a staple in live performances.
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    Carry On — With its uplifting lyrics and energetic instrumentation, this song serves as an anthem of perseverance, resonating deeply with listeners and exemplifying Galneryus's signature style.
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    Destinations — This track stands out for its dynamic shifts between serene melodies and explosive riffs, showcasing the band's technical prowess and ability to create captivating narratives through music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album showcases ambitious compositions and intricate arrangements typical of power metal, appealing to genre enthusiasts.

What we noticed

  • The album features multiple tracks that exceed six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental sections and complex arrangements.
  • Several songs incorporate orchestral elements, with strings and keyboards enhancing the melodic lines and creating a symphonic backdrop.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic melodies that inspire triumph
  • cathartic release through soaring vocals
  • intense rhythms for focused listening
  • immersive emotional exploration journey

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer short, instant gratification
  • dislike lengthy, complex compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Resurrection' was released in 2010, Galneryus had already established themselves as a significant force in the Japanese power metal scene with their previous albums. This record marked their fifth studio release, showcasing a maturity in songwriting and musicianship following their commercial breakthrough with 'Advance to the Fall' in 2008.
Stylistic neighbors
DragonForce· Sonata Arctica· Blind Guardian

Tracklist

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

  • 1 United Blood 1:48
  • 2 Burn My Heart 6:51
  • 3 Carry On 5:00
  • 4 Destinations 6:08
  • 5 Still Loving You 4:40
  • 6 Emotions 6:07
  • 7 Save You! 7:28
  • 8 A Far-Off Distance 4:54
  • 9 Fall in the Dark 5:07
  • 10 Destiny 7:44
  • 11 The Road Goes On 2:05

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