Steel Meets Steel: Ten Years of Glory
HammerFall · 2007
140 min · 30 tracks · heavy metal · power metal
A thunderous celebration of heavy metal's glory, blending powerful anthems with soaring melodies and epic storytelling.
Why this album works
This compilation not only reached commercial success but also reinforced HammerFall's position in the power metal genre, leading to increased recognition worldwide. It was well-received by fans and critics alike, solidifying their legacy and influence on subsequent generations of metal bands. Additionally, it emphasizes the band’s commitment to their roots while celebrating a decade of impactful music.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with epic peaks thunderous anthems for celebration cathartic full-volume sing-alongs
- Context
- Released on October 12, 2007, 'Steel Meets Steel: Ten Years of Glory' marks HammerFall's tenth anniversary compilation during a period of solidified status in the heavy metal scene. Following their successful albums like 'Crimson Thunder', this release showcased their influential role in reviving traditional heavy metal elements in a modern context. The album also served as a retrospective of their journey, highlighting the band's growth and enduring appeal.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rob Zombie· Ozzy Osbourne· Manowar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Abyss 2:13
- 2 Last Man Standing 4:30
- 3 HammerFall v2.0.07 Standout 4:46
- 4 The Dragon Lies Bleeding 4:22
- 5 Steel Meets Steel 4:00
- 6 Glory to the Brave Standout 7:19
- 7 Heeding the Call Standout 4:30
- 8 At the End of the Rainbow 4:06
- 9 Legacy of Kings 4:12
- 10 Let the Hammer Fall (live) 5:52
- 11 Templars of Steel 5:26
- 12 Renegade 4:22
- 13 Always Will Be 4:51
- 14 Keep the Flame Burning 4:40
- 15 Riders of the Storm 4:33
- 16 Eternal Dark 3:10
Disc 2
- 1 Hearts on Fire 3:51
- 2 Crimson Thunder 5:04
- 3 Hero’s Return 5:21
- 4 Blood Bound 3:48
- 5 Secrets 6:06
- 6 Fury of the Wild 4:44
- 7 Never, Ever 4:06
- 8 Threshold 4:44
- 9 Natural High 4:15
- 10 Dark Wings, Dark Words 5:02
- 11 The Fire Burns Forever 3:21
- 12 Restless Soul 5:28
- 13 The Metal Age (live) 4:24
- 14 Stone Cold (live) 7:00
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