The Day the Earth Shook – The Absolute Power
Manowar · 2006
135 min · 29 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · true metal
Epic anthems and thunderous riffs combine to create a powerful heavy metal experience.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its ambitious scale, as it features reimagined versions of many of Manowar's signature songs, contributing to their reputation as pioneers of true metal. It was well-received by dedicated fans and added to their catalog of high-energy performances, though it did not achieve significant mainstream chart success.
- Best for
- epic anthems for celebration dynamic journey with peaks powerful sound for workouts
- Context
- Released in 2006, 'The Day the Earth Shook – The Absolute Power' captures Manowar at a point when they were celebrating their legacy. This live album features re-recordings of classic tracks, showcasing the band's enduring influence in the power metal scene while also marking their return after a brief hiatus since their previous studio album, 'Warriors of the World' in 2002.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Majesty· Iced Earth· Savatage
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Ascension 2:30
- 2 Manowar 5:30
- 3 Brothers of Metal Standout 3:36
- 4 Call to Arms 5:09
- 5 Sun of Death 2:50
- 6 Kings of Metal Standout 3:35
- 7 Sign of the Hammer 5:43
- 8 Screams of Blood 2:58
- 9 Blood of My Enemies 3:31
- 10 Kill With Power 4:40
- 11 Triumph of Steel Era Introduction 1:01
- 12 Metal Warriors 3:54
- 13 The Glory of Achilles 2:35
- 14 Battle Hymns Era Introduction 2:32
- 15 Metal Daze 4:37
- 16 Dark Avenger 6:58
- 17 Outlaw 3:32
- 18 House of Death 3:43
- 19 Herz aus Stahl 5:19
- 20 Wagner Tribute
Disc 2
- 1 Wagner Tribute (Continued) 2:36
- 2 Prelude to Act III From Lohengrin 3:27
- 3 King of Kings 2:32
- 4 Hell on Wheels 5:11
- 5 Warriors of the World United Standout 6:47
- 6 Hail and Kill 7:40
- 7 Black Wind, Fire and Steel 9:31
- 8 Battle Hymn 14:44
- 9 The Crown and the Ring (outro) 8:24
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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