Ultra Beatdown
DragonForce · 2008
69 min · 10 tracks · power metal
Epic melodies collide with lightning-fast guitar solos and anthemic choruses, embodying the grandeur of power metal.
Top tracks — play these first
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Heroes of Our Time Start here — This track features soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, serving as a quintessential example of DragonForce's signature sound while also addressing themes of heroism and perseverance.
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The Fire Still Burns — With its melodic hooks and fast-paced rhythm, this song encapsulates the band's ability to blend emotional storytelling with high-energy instrumentals, making it a fan favorite.
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Heartbreak Armageddon — This track stands out for its dramatic narrative and dynamic shifts, showcasing both lyrical depth and musical complexity that exemplifies the band's style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong musicianship and thematic consistency, making it a solid entry in the power metal genre.
What we noticed
- Each track features rapid tempo changes, with many shifting from fast-paced verses to slower, melodic choruses.
- The guitar solos are often extended, with multiple layers of harmonization that showcase technical skill.
- The album employs a consistent lyrical theme of heroism and struggle, tying the songs together conceptually.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic climaxes that inspire action
- soaring vocals for motivational boosts
- powerful anthems for workout sessions
- detailed listening for guitar enthusiasts
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, concise tracks
- seek low-energy background music
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Fan Favorite — Beloved by fans for its epic sound and guitar work, solidifying their style.
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2008, Ultra Beatdown is DragonForce's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record Inhuman Rampage. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation for virtuosic musicianship and theatrical themes, building on the success of hits like 'Through the Fire and Flames'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Blind Guardian· Rhapsody of Fire· Stratovarius
Tracklist
- 1 Heroes of Our Time Start here 7:15
- 2 The Fire Still Burns 7:52
- 3 Reasons to Live 6:25
- 4 Heartbreak Armageddon 7:42
- 5 The Last Journey Home 8:15
- 6 A Flame for Freedom 5:20
- 7 Inside the Winter Storm 8:11
- 8 The Warrior Inside 7:44
- 9 Strike of the Ninja 3:18
- 10 Scars of Yesterday 7:46
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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