VII cover

Released 29 years ago this June

VII

Rata Blanca · 1997

62 min · 14 tracks · heavy metal

A powerful fusion of heavy metal with melodic rock, laced with intricate guitar solos and soaring vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic progression with climactic peaks
  • intricate guitar solos to savor
  • wave-like pacing for deep immersion
  • evocative storytelling through melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced instant gratification
  • dislike prolonged musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'VII' was Rata Blanca's fifth studio album and marked a period of resurgence after their previous album 'El camino del fuego' in 1994. At this point, the band had solidified their status as one of Argentina's leading heavy metal acts, following up on their successful blend of classic rock influences and Latin flair.
Stylistic neighbors
Angra· Stratovarius· Blind Guardian

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Madame X 5:20
  • 2 Rey de la revolución 4:50
  • 3 Pastel de rocas 4:43
  • 4 La historia de un muchacho 3:54
  • 5 La canción del sol 4:17
  • 6 Héroes 3:44
  • 7 Vuelo nocturno 4:33
  • 8 La caja 4:57
  • 9 Ella 4:09
  • 10 Mr. Cósmico 7:09
  • 11 Vieja Lucy 5:16
  • 12 Viejo amigo 2:56
  • 13 Anarquía 4:23
  • 14 Líbranos del mal 2:34

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