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The Savage Poetry

Edguy · 2000

64 min · 11 tracks · power metal

Epic melodies intertwine with soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, embodying the essence of power metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • soaring vocals for epic moments
  • patiently unfolding melodic landscapes
  • engaging storytelling through song
  • for late-night adventures

Maybe skip if you want

  • dislike longer track durations
  • prefer immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2000, 'The Savage Poetry' was Edguy's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Vain Glory Opera'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation in the European power metal scene, showcasing a mature sound while experimenting with heavier elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Helloween· Blind Guardian· Stratovarius

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hallowed 6:14
  • 2 Misguiding Your Life 4:04
  • 3 Key to My Fate 4:34
  • 4 Sands of Time 4:39
  • 5 Sacred Hell 5:37
  • 6 Eyes of the Tyrant 10:00
  • 7 Frozen Candle 7:15
  • 8 Roses to No One 5:42
  • 9 Power and Majesty 4:53
  • 10 Falling Down (Unreleased version with different chorus) 4:35
  • 11 Fairytale (Live in Milan) 6:24

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