Rising Force
Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force · 1984
39 min · 8 tracks
A virtuosic blend of neoclassical guitar mastery and soaring melodic compositions that redefined metal.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- virtuosic guitar showcases throughout
- steady pacing with melodic peaks
- immersive journey through compositions
- epic themes of triumph and
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on March 5, 1984, 'Rising Force' was Yngwie J. Malmsteen's debut album, establishing him as a pioneering figure in the neoclassical metal genre. Following his work with Steeler and Alcatrazz, this record marked his solo career launch, showcasing his technical guitar skills and compositional prowess.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Black Star 4:54
- 2 Far Beyond the Sun 5:54
- 3 Now Your Ships Are Burned 4:12
- 4 Evil Eye 5:16
- 5 Icarus’ Dream Suite, Op. 4 8:33
- 6 As Above, So Below 4:38
- 7 Little Savage 5:22
- 8 Farewell 0:50
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