Taragon
Freedom Call · 1999
28 min · 5 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies intertwine with soaring vocals, creating a vibrant landscape of power metal exuberance and fantasy themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Warriors of Light — This opening track sets the tone with its powerful riffs and uplifting chorus, embodying the epic spirit that defines the EP.
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Heart of the Brave — A standout anthem, this song captures the essence of bravery and determination, characterized by its memorable melody and striking vocal delivery.
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Tears of Taragon (Story version) — This nearly ten-minute track provides a narrative depth to the album, blending storytelling with intricate musical passages that showcase the band's creativity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases strong melodies and energetic performances typical of power metal, with some narrative depth.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a rapid tempo and layered guitar harmonies, establishing a high-energy atmosphere.
- Vocals are consistently soaring and melodic, often harmonizing in the choruses to enhance the epic feel of the music.
- The final track concludes with a narrative-driven arrangement that incorporates spoken elements, adding depth to the overall theme.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic anthems for road trips
- sing-along moments with friends
- cathartic releases of emotion
- soaring melodies for uplifting moods
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow and patient music
- seek minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 20, 1999, Taragon is Freedom Call's second EP, coming after their debut album, Stairway to Fairyland. This release solidified their place in the power metal scene, showcasing their signature sound characterized by anthemic choruses and fantastical lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HammerFall· Blind Guardian· Stratovarius
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Warriors of Light 4:13
- 2 Dancing With Tears in My Eyes 3:54
- 3 Heart of the Brave 5:18
- 4 Kingdom Come (EP version) 4:50
- 5 Tears of Taragon (Story version) 9:50
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