The Warning
Queensrÿche · 1984
48 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal
A powerful blend of intricate melodies and aggressive riffs that defines the sound of 80s progressive metal.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released on September 7, 1984, 'The Warning' is Queensrÿche's debut studio album, following their self-titled EP. At this stage, the band was beginning to carve out their identity in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more complex approach that combined storytelling with technical musicianship.
- If you like
- heavy metal, progressive metal
The Warning is an album by Queensrÿche, released in 1984. A powerful blend of intricate melodies and aggressive riffs that defines the sound of 80s progressive metal. The album received critical acclaim, establishing Queensrÿche as a prominent force in both heavy and progressive metal. 'The Warning' notably peaked at number 61 on the Billboard 200 chart and has since become influential for its thematic depth and musical complexity, inspiring numerous bands in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Warning sound like?
A powerful blend of intricate melodies and aggressive riffs that defines the sound of 80s progressive metal. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.
What makes The Warning by Queensrÿche notable?
The album received critical acclaim, establishing Queensrÿche as a prominent force in both heavy and progressive metal. 'The Warning' notably peaked at number 61 on the Billboard 200 chart and has since become influential for its thematic depth and musical complexity, inspiring numerous bands in the genre. Released on September 7, 1984, 'The Warning' is Queensrÿche's debut studio album, following their self-titled EP. At this stage, the band was beginning to carve out their identity in the heavy metal scene, showcasing a more complex approach that combined storytelling with technical musicianship.
Who is The Warning for?
The Warning works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on The Warning?
The Warning has 9 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Warning Standout 4:46
- 2 En Force 5:17
- 3 Deliverance 3:20
- 4 No Sanctuary 6:05
- 5 NM 156 4:42
- 6 Take Hold of the Flame Standout 4:57
- 7 Before the Storm 4:21
- 8 Child of Fire 5:27
- 9 Roads to Madness Standout 9:40
Release Date
September 7, 1984
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
48 min 38 sec
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