Under the Grey Banner
Dragonland · 2011
59 min · 13 tracks · power metal
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with soaring vocals and intricate guitar work, embodying the fantasy themes of power metal.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from fans of the genre and showcased Dragonland's ability to blend orchestral elements with traditional power metal. It helped solidify their reputation within the fantasy metal subgenre, influencing subsequent bands that sought to merge epic narratives with powerful instrumentation.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing throughout
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Under the Grey Banner' is Dragonland's fourth studio album, following their 2006 release 'Astronomy.' At this point, the band was solidifying their presence in the power metal scene, exploring more complex compositions and thematic storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Majesty· Amberian Dawn· Nocturna
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ilmarion 3:18
- 2 Shadow of the Mithril Mountains Standout 5:44
- 3 The Tempest Standout 4:13
- 4 A Thousand Towers White 4:07
- 5 Fire and Brimstone 4:31
- 6 At the Inn of Éamon Bayle 3:56
- 7 The Black Mare 6:13
- 8 Lady of Goldenwood 4:16
- 9 Dûrnir’s Forge 4:58
- 10 The Trials of Mount Farnor 5:26
- 11 Throne of Bones 1:47
- 12 Under the Grey Banner Standout 8:04
- 13 Ivory Shores 3:18
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