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(r)Evolution

HammerFall · 2014

49 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

(r)Evolution bursts with anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos that embody the spirit of classic power metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady energy for focused listening
  • anthemic choruses for sing-alongs
  • rallying spirit for motivation
  • soaring melodies during workouts
  • cathartic release at full volume

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, introspective tracks
  • seek minimalist soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time of (r)Evolution's release in 2014, HammerFall had solidified their status in the heavy metal scene over two decades. This album marked their ninth studio release, following the commercially successful 'Infected' from 2011, showcasing a return to their traditional power metal roots amidst a changing musical landscape.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hector's Hymn 5:52
  • 2 (r)Evolution 4:23
  • 3 Bushido 4:39
  • 4 Live Life Loud 3:30
  • 5 Ex Inferis 4:40
  • 6 We Won't Back Down 4:18
  • 7 Winter Is Coming 3:48
  • 8 Origins 4:58
  • 9 Tainted Metal 4:36
  • 10 Evil Incarnate 4:34
  • 11 Wildfire 4:04

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