The Power Within cover

The Power Within

DragonForce · 2012

50 min · 10 tracks · power metal · speed metal

Epic melodies and lightning-fast guitar solos blend with powerful vocals in an exhilarating power metal experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic melodies for grand moments
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • powerful vocals for emotional uplift
  • lightning-fast solos energize sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer minimalist soundscapes
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2012, 'The Power Within' was DragonForce's fifth studio album, following their 2008 release 'Ultra Beatdown'. At this point, the band was cementing their status in the power metal genre after gaining significant attention from their hit 'Through the Fire and Flames'. This album showcases a continued evolution in their sound while retaining the trademark speed and energy that fans expect.
Stylistic neighbors
Blind Guardian· Rhapsody of Fire· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Holding On 4:56
  • 2 Fallen World 4:09
  • 3 Cry Thunder 5:17
  • 4 Give Me the Night 4:29
  • 5 Wings of Liberty 7:22
  • 6 Seasons 5:05
  • 7 Heart of the Storm 4:44
  • 8 Die by the Sword 4:38
  • 9 Last Man Stands 5:12
  • 10 Seasons (acoustic version) 4:26

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