The King of Metal
Blaze Bayley · 2012
47 min · 10 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · traditional heavy metal
A triumphant fusion of traditional heavy metal and hard rock, pulsating with emotive storytelling and powerful riffs.
Why this album works
'The King of Metal' is notable for its homage to the heavy metal genre, particularly through the track 'Dimebag,' which pays tribute to Pantera's Dimebag Darrell. The album received positive reviews from fans and critics alike, reinforcing Bayley's status within the traditional heavy metal community.
- Best for
- triumphant anthems for celebration wave-like pacing with resolution emotive storytelling through powerful riffs
- Context
- By the time 'The King of Metal' was released in 2012, Blaze Bayley had solidified his reputation as a veteran in the metal scene. This album followed his previous work, 'Promise and Terror' (2010), showcasing his continued evolution as a solo artist after leaving Iron Maiden in the late 1990s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Queen· Ozzy Osbourne· Aria
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The King of Metal Standout 2:48
- 2 Dimebag Standout 6:00
- 3 The Black Country 4:38
- 4 The Rainbow Fades to Black 4:33
- 5 Fate 3:19
- 6 One More Step 3:29
- 7 Fighter Standout 7:26
- 8 Judge Me 5:16
- 9 Difficult 6:05
- 10 Beginning 3:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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