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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
great soft power metal, despite band's age, September 24, 2003
First of all, I'm into modern euro metal. Some of the bands I enjoy include Stratovarius, Spock's Beard, Arch Enemy, Eternal Tears of Sorrow, the Kovenant, Firewind, Summoning, and Tristania, to name a FEW. This is very atmoshperic - the keyboards are very apparent and extrememly well done. So far, what I'm saying is if you are into modern power metal like Falconer, Lost Horizon, or Firewind (Hammerfall to mention someone popular), you'll still love this. Again, this is mostly very soft and slow, like Avantasia. If you're into modern euro metal, you just gotta be aware of Tobias's writting talent. On the other hand, "House of Death" is more brutal than a God Dethroned song. The title track reminds me of a Thy Serpent song, "Only Dust Moves". This song is the song that tought me how beautiful death metal can be. Keyboards and symbols are used left and right in that song. In "Warriors of the World United", we see a slow paced song (Only Dust Moves is slow as molasses) that you cannot help but say is catchy. You will get so drawn into the beat of that song that all you'll want to do is hear more and more and more. The 3 songs after it are the 3 speed demons of the album. Also, track 3 is about 3:20 long and reminds me of the song in Italian (track 7) on Power of the Dragonflame. So if you're familiar with that, that is a prelude to what you'll hear on this CD. If you've heard the title track, most of the songs on the CD have the same beat, just not QUITE as good... still amazing, though. Sometimes I still can't believe how much I love the majority of this CD, and the title track. Any fan of keyboard-oriented metal (notice the bands I mentioned earlier?) should have plenty of respect for this masterpiece. Check out my other reviews, if you have the time... ... you know, I only review the good CDs:) Also, do me a favor: make the one click to tell other potential buyers if my review was helpful to you or not. Thanks, and enjoy.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Tribute To Us Warriors all Around The World., April 26, 2005
What a mighty record we have here. The Kings of Metal have blessed us again with tunes worthy of gods. Millenia have we waited to hear from them again, but now we have new anthems to be bought into battle and that will surely help us slay the infidels.
Manowar can only stay true to their style. It is the only true form of Metal. As pure as it gets. They have no time for "Whimps and Posers". I expect them never to change their style unless they are affected by an ancient spell. In that case I will gather my warriors and fight against the blasphemous Witch responsible so that they will once again fill our ears with pure melodies.
Call To Arms - 10/10 An Anthem that talks about brave warriors and how we must follow in their footsteps. When the call comes we must gather our steed, armour, and strength and rush into battle. With this hymn we are reminded of the sure victory awaiting us. Those who defend the kingdom and are slain will always be in our hearts.
Fight For Freedom - 8/10 A mighty tune. Reminds us that brave warriors have already fought for our freedom. There have been many great battles and there will be many more still to be fought. We must approach the battlefields with pride and with our women and children in our thoughts and hearts.
Nessun Dorma - 6/10 - Vincero. I will win. At dawn the battle will be over and the enemies will be lying on the reddened fields.
Valhalla - n/a - An ode to our comrades who have fallen in battle and are now being greeted at the Gates of Valhalla.
Swords In The Wind - 10/10 - A mighty song that tells us how to fight. We are all Oden's children and those who fight with honor will be welcomed to valhalla were our brothers are waiting for them. We must have no fear. So when we are falling, we must laugh at our death.
An American Trilogy - 6/10 - Again we must be reminded of past wars, the pain, and the glorious outcomes.
The March - n/a - another interlude that prepares us for the greatest hymn of all time.
Warriors Of The World - 10/10 - The greatest war hymn ever. Calling all true warriors to unite and gather strength for a mighty clash with the enemy.
Hand Of Doom - 8/10 - A fast song that fills our souls with energy that we must unleash upon the infidels. Ours will be their hand of doom. We must tear their flesh limb by limb and feed it to wolves.
House Of Death - 7/10 - Like the previous poem, we are told how to fight and slain the enemy. We must kill and fight.
Fight Until We Die - 9/10 - Another fast tune that sounds like thousands of knights charging into hords of barbarian beasts. We ask the Gods of Thunder Fire and Rain to let us fight to the best of our skills and that they must let us die if our time comes.
Conclusion: Hail Manowar, Hail!!!
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Warriors of Metal...., June 9, 2002
This is a band that has been around for 22 years, and with each subsequent release, they stay true to what they have always been about: Defenders of the Metal faith. For those uninformed, Manowar are comprised of incredible musicians, capable of makeing whatever kind of music they want. In their case its balls to the wall Metal. This album showcases the range and scope of just how great of a unit they are. The songs themes revolve around pride & honour. From the opening track (Call to Arms) to the last (Fight Until We Die) they fight for the revelance of heavy metal music in a day in age where watered down corporate manipulated music that has all but eliminated "True Metal" from their agenda. The production is top notch (mighty and powerful) and the song selection is varied and diverse. This album is worth the purchase for just "Nessun Dorma" alone. I have heard many versions of this opera aria, from Pavoratti to Aretha Franklin, and this version is the best Ive ever heard. Eric Adams sings this song with so much passion and conviction, that every time I hear it I get choked up. "Vincero!" .....Ive heard many people (90% american kids that listen to Nu-Metal and/or Metal in general) say how they hate Manowar, saying "They [are bad]", "They are so cheesy"....etc. I believe the reason for this is because they have been led by the nose by corporate america and listen to Linkin Park or Korn and things like that. They are Sheep being led by a deceptive Shepard. Its unfortunate that they are not able to see, hear & recognize the awesome talent, power & majesty that is Manowar. Listening to this band can only do one thing: Lift your spirit up to where eagles fly! ....Hail & Kill !!! (ps. "An American Trilogy" [Which is a tribute to Elvis], is awesome and tells you that they don't care about trends and trying to be cool!)
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