What makes Spell of Iron by Tarot notable?

Spell of Iron is notable for its influence on the early Finnish heavy metal landscape, helping to pave the way for future bands in the genre. The album has been recognized for its thematic depth and musicality, earning a cult following over the years. Released in 1986, Spell of Iron is Tarot's debut album, marking the beginning of their journey in the heavy metal scene. At this point, the band was still establishing its identity amidst the burgeoning Finnish metal movement.

Who is Spell of Iron for?

Spell of Iron works well if you're into dynamic journey with emotional peaks, heavy riffs for late-night intensity and atmospheric exploration of darker themes.

How many songs are on Spell of Iron?

Spell of Iron has 17 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.

Released 40 years ago

Spell of Iron

Tarot · 1986

68 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal

Heavy riffs and soaring vocals intertwine, creating a quintessentially Finnish metal experience steeped in fantasy themes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Midwinter Nights — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its atmospheric intro and powerful riffs, embodying the band's blend of melody and heaviness.
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Spell of Iron — The title track encapsulates the band's lyrical focus on mythology and fantasy, showcasing their musical prowess and thematic ambitions.
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Back in the Fire — With its driving rhythm and memorable chorus, this track exemplifies Tarot's ability to merge accessibility with heavy metal intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic journey with emotional peaks
heavy riffs for late-night intensity
atmospheric exploration of darker themes
soaring melodies for reflective moments
engaging live variations enhance experience

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification tracks
prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Career context: Released in 1986, Spell of Iron is Tarot's debut album, marking the beginning of their journey in the heavy metal scene. At this point, the band was still establishing its identity amidst the burgeoning Finnish metal movement.
Stylistic neighbors: Stratovarius· Blind Guardian· Helloween

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Tracklist

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

1 Midwinter Nights 4:32
2 Dancing on the Wire 3:08
3 Back in the Fire 5:37
4 Love's Not Made for My Kind 3:26
5 Never Forever 3:15
6 Spell of Iron 3:32
7 De Mortui Nil Nisi Bene 3:25
8 Pharao 2:56
9 Wings of Darkness 3:37
10 Things That Crawl at Night 5:54
11 Love's Not Made For My Kind (1994 version) 3:59
12 Back in the Fire (live) 5:38
13 Love's Not Made for My Kind (live) 3:20
14 Back in the Fire (single version) 5:39
15 I Don't Care Anymore (demo) 3:41
16 Lady Deceiver (demo) 3:49
17 Blood Runs Cold (demo) 2:48

What to play next

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