United Alive in Madrid
Helloween · 2019
160 min · 24 tracks · power metal
Epic power metal anthems roar to life with soaring melodies and thunderous rhythms, capturing the energy of Helloween's live performance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Halloween Start here — This epic opener encapsulates Helloween's signature blend of intricate guitar work and theatrical storytelling, setting an electrifying tone for the album.
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I Want Out — A fan-favorite anthem, this track highlights the band's ability to combine catchy hooks with powerful lyrical themes about freedom and individuality.
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Keeper Of The Seven Keys — This lengthy track showcases Helloween’s trademark progressive elements and complex arrangements, serving as a testament to their musical prowess and historical significance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album captures Helloween's live energy but has uneven cohesion due to its length and track variety.
What we noticed
- Each song is performed with high energy, maintaining a consistent tempo throughout the live set.
- The running time exceeds 100 minutes, with several tracks transitioning smoothly into one another to create a continuous flow.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic sing-alongs with friends
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- electrifying energy during performances
- extended tracks for deep immersion
- celebratory atmosphere of live music
Maybe skip if you
- prefer short, standalone songs
- seek quiet, subdued listening
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Captures the band's legacy during a pivotal reunion tour, showcasing enduring influence.
- Career context
- Released as Helloween celebrated their long-awaited reunion tour featuring classic members, this album captures the band's legacy at a pivotal moment in their career. It comes after their 2015 studio album 'My God-Given Right', marking a return to live performances with a full lineup that appeals to both old fans and new listeners alike.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gamma Ray· Stratovarius· Blind Guardian
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Halloween Start here 13:37
- 2 Dr. Stein 5:36
- 3 I'm Alive 3:48
- 4 If I Could Fly 4:01
- 5 Are You Metal? 4:28
- 6 Rise And Fall 4:22
- 7 Waiting For The Thunder 4:02
- 8 Perfect Gentleman 4:50
- 9 Kai's Medley 13:52
- 10 Forever And One 5:22
- 11 A Tale That Wasn't Right 5:43
Disc 2
- 1 I Can 4:57
- 2 Livin' Ain't No Crime / A Little Time 6:39
- 3 Sole Survivor 4:58
- 4 Power 4:11
- 5 How Many Tears 10:56
- 6 Invitation / Eagle Fly Free 7:13
- 7 Keeper Of The Seven Keys 17:03
- 8 Future World 5:36
- 9 I Want Out 8:47
Disc 3
- 1 March Of Time 5:28
- 2 Kids Of The Century 4:00
- 3 Why 4:40
- 4 Pumpkins United 6:32
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Imaginations from the Other Side
Blind Guardian
Shares epic storytelling and orchestral arrangements, resonating with power metal's grand themes.
Visions
Stratovarius
Features soaring melodies and rich harmonies, capturing the same powerful live energy as Helloween.
Inhuman Rampage
DragonForce
Delivers fast-paced anthems with epic solos, reflecting a similar celebratory spirit in power metal.
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