The Final Jolly Roger cover

Released 15 years ago this June

The Final Jolly Roger

Running Wild · 2011

93 min · 17 tracks · heavy metal · power metal

A high-energy blend of galloping rhythms and pirate-themed narratives that invigorates the spirit of classic heavy metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • high-energy pirate-themed narratives
  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • wave-like pacing for engagement
  • invigorating anthems to sing along
  • for adventurous road trips

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer slow, contemplative music
  • seek short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'The Final Jolly Roger' was released in 2011, Running Wild was in a phase of resurgence after a hiatus from 2009 to 2012. This album marked their return to the studio with a renewed focus on their signature sound, blending power metal with maritime themes. It followed their previous album 'Shadowmaker' and signaled a reinvigoration of their creative output.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Helloween· Gamma Ray

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 1:45
  • 2 Port Royal 4:42
  • 3 Bad to the Bone 5:46
  • 4 Riding the Storm 5:16
  • 5 Soulless 6:23
  • 6 Prisoner of Our Time 5:26
  • 7 Black Hand Inn 5:26
  • 8 Purgatory 5:41
  • 9 Battle of Waterloo 8:27
  • 10 Der Kaltverformer 3:28
  • 11 Raging Fire 4:07
  • 12 Whirlwind 5:45
  • 13 Tortuga Bay 4:09
  • 14 Branded & Exiled 8:03
  • 15 Raise Your Fist 7:07
  • 16 Conquistadores 6:04
  • 17 Under Jolly Roger 5:51

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