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They Will Return

Kalmah · 2002

41 min · 9 tracks · power metal · melodic death metal

A furious blend of melodic death and power metal with intricate guitar work and relentless energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo headbanging energy
  • intricate guitar work appreciation
  • engaging narrative through tracks
  • cathartic release in intensity

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid complex musical structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'They Will Return' was Kalmah's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Swampsong'. The band was establishing themselves as a significant force within the Finnish metal scene, gaining momentum after their earlier releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Children of Bodom· Insomnium· Norther

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hollow Heart 4:44
  • 2 Swamphell 4:52
  • 3 Principle Hero 4:24
  • 4 Human Fates 5:50
  • 5 They Will Return 3:53
  • 6 Kill the Idealist 5:13
  • 7 The Blind Leader 4:06
  • 8 My Nation 5:30
  • 9 Skin o' My Teeth 3:00

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