The albums that define
true metal.
Our picks for where to start with true metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
The true metal essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Manowar
Fighting the World
Epic power metal anthems charge through thunderous riffs and grandiose vocal performances.
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Manowar
The Lord of Steel Live
Epic power metal anthems roar to life with thunderous riffs and operatic vocals, capturing the essence of a live Manowar performance.
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Manowar
Battle Hymns
Thunderous riffs collide with operatic vocals, creating anthems of valor and rebellion in classic heavy metal style.
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Manowar
Louder Than Hell
Epic anthems intertwine with thunderous riffs and operatic vocals, defining true metal's majestic power.
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Manowar
The Sons of Odin
Epic heavy metal anthems intertwine with mythological themes and powerful live performances.
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Manowar
Kings of Metal MMXIV
Epic orchestral arrangements blend with thunderous power metal riffs, embodying the spirit of legendary warriors.
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Manowar
The Final Battle I
Epic heavy metal anthems blend orchestral elements with fierce instrumentals, evoking themes of battle and valor.
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Manowar
Warriors of the World
Epic orchestration meets thunderous metal riffs, embodying a battle cry for warriors and freedom lovers alike.
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Manowar
Hell on Wheels
Epic anthems and thunderous riffs collide, embodying the spirit of true heavy metal glory.
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Manowar
Steel Warriors
Epic heavy metal anthems blend powerful melodies with themes of war and valor, creating a triumphant sonic landscape.
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Manowar
Thunder in the Sky
Epic power metal anthems blend orchestral elements with thunderous guitars and soaring vocals.
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Manowar
The Lord of Steel
A thunderous blend of epic riffs and anthemic choruses that embody the spirit of true metal.
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Manowar
Hell on Stage
A thunderous live testament to heavy metal's glory, blending epic narratives with powerful instrumentation.
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Manowar
Sign of the Hammer
Anthemic heavy metal bolstered by thunderous riffs and mythological themes, embodying power and bravado.
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Manowar
Manowar Kills
Epic anthems and thunderous riffs forge a powerful tribute to heavy metal's glory days.
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Manowar
Dawn of Battle
Epic heavy metal anthems intertwine with powerful vocals and orchestral arrangements, evoking a battle-ready spirit.
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Manowar
The Hell of Steel: Best of Manowar
Epic anthems collide with thunderous riffs and soaring vocals, embodying the spirit of true heavy metal.
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Manowar
Kings of Metal
Epic power metal anthems collide with thunderous riffs and operatic vocals, creating a larger-than-life sonic experience.
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Manowar
Gods of War
Epic orchestral arrangements collide with thunderous heavy metal anthems celebrating mythology and warrior spirit.
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Manowar
Hail to England
Epic anthems merge thunderous riffs with soaring vocals, embodying the spirit of heavy metal pride and fantasy.
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Manowar
Battle Hymns MMXI
Epic heavy metal anthems collide with orchestral arrangements and thunderous vocals, embodying the spirit of classic power metal.
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Manowar
The Triumph of Steel
Epic heavy metal anthems blend mythic storytelling with thunderous riffs and soaring vocals.
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Manowar
Into Glory Ride
Epic anthems fuse thunderous riffs and dramatic vocals, echoing the grandeur of mythic battles.
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Manowar
Gods of War Live
Epic orchestration meets thunderous heavy metal, celebrating warriors and mythology with a roar.
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