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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.

Why this album works

Best for
steady energy for focused listening anthemic choruses for sing-alongs rallying spirit for motivation
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.
If you like
heavy metal, power metal

(r)Evolution is an album by HammerFall, released in 2014. (r)Evolution bursts with anthemic choruses and soaring guitar solos that embody the spirit of classic power metal. (r)Evolution received positive reviews and debuted at number 14 on the Swedish Albums Chart, reaffirming HammerFall's enduring appeal within the metal community. The album's themes of resilience and defiance resonated particularly with fans during a time when heavy metal faced challenges in mainstream visibility. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does (r)Evolution sound like?

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

What makes (r)Evolution by HammerFall notable?

(r)Evolution received positive reviews and debuted at number 14 on the Swedish Albums Chart, reaffirming HammerFall's enduring appeal within the metal community. The album's themes of resilience and defiance resonated particularly with fans during a time when heavy metal faced challenges in mainstream visibility. 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.

Who is (r)Evolution for?

(r)Evolution works well if you're into steady energy for focused listening, anthemic choruses for sing-alongs and rallying spirit for motivation.

How many songs are on (r)Evolution?

(r)Evolution has 11 tracks, running approximately 49 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·49:22

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

  • 1 Hector's Hymn Standout 5:52
  • 2 (r)Evolution Standout 4:23
  • 3 Bushido 4:39
  • 4 Live Life Loud 3:30
  • 5 Ex Inferis 4:40
  • 6 We Won't Back Down Standout 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

Release Date

August 27, 2014

Genre

heavy metal, power metal

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Artist Origin

Sweden

Runtime

49 min 22 sec