What makes Triumph and Power by Grand Magus notable?

This album received positive reviews from various music critics, solidifying Grand Magus's reputation in the heavy metal community. It peaked at number 22 on the Swedish album charts, demonstrating its commercial success while contributing to the resurgence of traditional heavy metal themes. By the time 'Triumph and Power' was released in January 2014, Grand Magus was solidifying their presence in the heavy metal scene, following their critically acclaimed album 'The Hunt' from 2012. This release marked their fifth studio album, showcasing a matured sound that combined their signature doom and stoner influences with more melodic elements.

How many songs are on Triumph and Power?

Triumph and Power has 11 tracks, running approximately 46 minutes.

Triumph and Power

Grand Magus · 2014

46 min · 11 tracks · heavy metal

A thunderous blend of heavy riffs and epic melodies that captures the spirit of classic metal while forging a modern path.

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Top tracks — play these first

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On Hooves of Gold — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and powerful instrumentation, showcasing Grand Magus's trademark blend of melody and heaviness.
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Triumph and Power — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of strength and perseverance, featuring soaring vocals and a memorable riff that exemplifies the band's evolution.
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The Hammer Will Bite — This closing track is a sprawling epic that combines intricate guitar work with a dynamic structure, leaving listeners with a lasting impression of grandeur.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100

Treeline

Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album combines classic metal elements with modern production, resulting in a solid but familiar sound.

What we noticed

The album opens with a powerful track that features a driving rhythm and layered guitar harmonies, setting a high-energy tone.
Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between fast-paced riffs and slower, more melodic sections, creating dynamic contrasts.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 7/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 On Hooves of Gold 5:24
2 Steel Versus Steel 5:18
3 Fight 4:06
4 Triumph and Power 4:36
5 Dominator 4:20
6 Arv 1:57
7 Holmgång 3:38
8 The Naked and the Dead 3:02
9 Ymer 2:54
10 The Hammer Will Bite 6:54
11 Blackmoon 3:45

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