The War Council Of Power Metal Arcana [Archive] - Page 3

Steerpike

11-04-2004, 10:51 PM

Yeah I'm getting Crimson Thunder soon. I know this has probably been asked somewhere here, but I don't feel like looking. So which Blind Guardian album should I get? Oh and which one has Dark Elf? I really like that song.

Dark Elf is off of Nightfall in Middle Earth. That and A Night at the Opera are brilliant albums. I recommend either. The Soulforged is actually the song that a got a friend of mine into them.

Jondur

11-05-2004, 03:58 AM

Dunno why I'm bumping this - I hate most power metal. Most of it, quite frankly lacks power. If its too clean and nice then it loses what makes it metal.

However, I must say that Twisted Tower Dire, Ironsword, Ritual Steel are excellent bands - check em out.

anorternsoul84

11-05-2004, 08:35 AM

Dragonforce are so good fury of the storm has the funniest chorus ever. Anyone know any bands similar to them?

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-05-2004, 03:38 PM

Brew

11-05-2004, 03:44 PM

Dragonforce are so good fury of the storm has the funniest chorus ever. Anyone know any bands similar to them?

I quite like that chorus.

For similar speed...try Sonata Arctica and maybe Ensiferum.

Lefty

11-05-2004, 05:19 PM

It's not that clean and nice...

You gotta be shiting me. Power Metal is gay, and quite proud of it.

Twisted Tower Dire rips by the way!

Steerpike

11-05-2004, 05:31 PM

You gotta be shiting me. Power Metal is gay, and quite proud of it.

Oh sure, just because that Manowar album cover turns you on... ;)

Please find a better adjective than "gay." It's just tired and immature.

Cliff Em All

11-05-2004, 05:51 PM

I just discovered Children of Bodom. Those guys eat chains for breakfast. They have long hair and play the ultimate shred guitars: Jacksons. What more can I say. They own.

AHHH COB!!!! theyre great and the have funnny names, what a combo!

on another note, is Nevermore power metal? cuz that**** is POWERFUL

Ir0n_mE

11-05-2004, 06:18 PM

Nevermore are kinda Power.

Lefty

11-05-2004, 06:37 PM

Oh sure, just because that Manowar album cover turns you on... ;)

Please find a better adjective than "gay." It's just tired and immature.

And why is that? It's a fitting adjective for the genre, both meanings of the word. How ****ing politically correct to point out worthless **** like that.

And Manowar covers does indeed rule. Even Into Glory Ride. Sign Of The Hammer is quite possibly one of the coolest metal covers ever made. And definately one of the best Manowar albums.

Brew

11-05-2004, 06:45 PM

Manowar were pretty gay, but other power metal bands don't come across as being gay at all.

But at the end of the day, it doesn't matter aslong as the music kicks arse.

Steerpike

11-05-2004, 06:57 PM

And why is that? It's a fitting adjective for the genre, both meanings of the word. How ****ing politically correct to point out worthless **** like that.

I just think using the word like that is stale, tasteless, and immature. It's not funny, it's not witty, and it's really grautitous considering just how nebulous the English language is. Of course, I was also beginning to think no one around here gave a flying **** what I say, anyway.

And besides that, the only connection Power Metal has to gay subculture is wearing leather and chains, and all metal does that courtesy of Rob Halford who got the look from the England gay bar scene. So calling Power Metal gay isn't politically incorrect, it just doesn't make sense.

Lefty

11-05-2004, 07:51 PM

I just think using the word like that is stale, tasteless, and immature. It's not funny, it's not witty, and it's really grautitous considering just how nebulous the English language is. Of course, I was also beginning to think no one around here gave a flying **** what I say, anyway.

And besides that, the only connection Power Metal has to gay subculture is wearing leather and chains, and all metal does that courtesy of Rob Halford who got the look from the England gay bar scene. So calling Power Metal gay isn't politically incorrect, it just doesn't make sense.

You missed my point. YOU are PC. It seems that the best way to come across as semi-intelligent on boards nowadays is to make half-assed remarks about others spelling and/or vocabulary. The language on messageboards has allways been kinda vocal, I mean, who the **** cares? The worst thing is that you cunts drive threads completely off-topic.

Power Metal is still the gayest sub-genre of metal. It has grown to become pretty damn parodic and melo-dramatic, but there's still a lot of great bands out there. I actually like where things are headed nowadays, it seems that more and more heavy metal inspired bands are entering the scene, and the Stratovarius/Helloween copies are not so frequent anymore.

Steerpike

11-05-2004, 08:04 PM

You missed my point. YOU are PC. It seems that the best way to come across as semi-intelligent on boards nowadays is to make half-assed remarks about others spelling and/or vocabulary.

Now you're just getting really assinine. You completely missed my point. I don't give a rat's *** if you think I'm being politically correct, and I'm not trying to look intelligent because honestly I don't have to prove anything to you. I'm secure enough in my own intelligence that I talk however I want, so long as it's within the rules.

The worst thing is that you cunts drive threads completely off-topic.

Okay, dude, seriously. Don't get into a pissing contest with me, I'm not in the ****ing mood.

All I was saying is that I didn't think "gay" was an appropriate word for describing Power Metal. It has nothing to do with being politically correct. In this case, I just don't think it was the right word. I know gay people and they don't see any connection between gay culture and Power Metal.

Does that clear things up?

manuscriptreplica

11-05-2004, 08:34 PM

There's too many hormones on these boards.

Bartender

11-06-2004, 06:42 PM

Does anyone here like Angel Dust?

The band, not the narcotic. How about Eddy Antonini?

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-06-2004, 07:13 PM

Does anyone here like Angel Dust?

The band, not the narcotic. How about Eddy Antonini?

What are some good songs?

Bartender

11-06-2004, 07:43 PM

I've only just heard of them, so I was going to ask the same thing :)

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-06-2004, 08:18 PM

I just heard Ensiferum for the first time. I actually enjoyed it. That is until the cookie monster came on. That kind of ruined it for me.

sensitiveorgan00

11-07-2004, 12:08 AM

Does anyone here like Angel Dust?

The band, not the narcotic. How about Eddy Antonini?

I've heard a few songs by them, and thought they were pretty good. I think it reminded me of Iced Earth. :-/

Thunder Fingers

11-07-2004, 08:55 AM

Best Power Metal bassist?

I would say Jari Kainulainen from Stratovarius..

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-07-2004, 08:15 PM

Anyyyyyways

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-07-2004, 08:27 PM

Anybody know any good Rhapsody songs? I have yet to hear a song from them.

Ir0n_mE

11-07-2004, 08:30 PM

Rhapsody - Dark Tower Of Abyss
Symphony Enchanted
The Village of Dwarves

Bartender

11-07-2004, 08:30 PM

The classic one is Emerald Sword. Most of their material is just wonderfully over-the-top metal though.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-07-2004, 08:33 PM

Thanks

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-07-2004, 08:45 PM

I just heard Kotipelto. I kind of like it.

sensitiveorgan00

11-07-2004, 09:16 PM

Dawn of Victory

RNR

11-07-2004, 10:06 PM

Oh yeah

Iced Earth
Dragonforce
Blind Guardian

umm, that's all for me

*leaves*

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-07-2004, 10:35 PM

Oh yeah

Iced Earth
Dragonforce
Blind Guardian

umm, that's all for me

*leaves*

Have you heard Hammerfall or Stratovarious? If you haven't then check them out.

heinrichkuhn

11-07-2004, 11:01 PM

Iced Earth

FrailandBedazzled1979

11-08-2004, 12:17 AM

I just heard Kotipelto. I kind of like it.

His solo albums are wonderful :) argubly my favourite vocalist.

Ive been obsessed with "Wuthering Heights" as of late, great folkish power metal. and by they way, avoid the band "Battlelore"...absoulutly awful power metal lol.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-08-2004, 04:56 PM

His solo albums are wonderful :) argubly my favourite vocalist.

Ive been obsessed with "Wuthering Heights" as of late, great folkish power metal. and by they way, avoid the band "Battlelore"...absoulutly awful power metal lol.

I'll remember that. Bump.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 04:17 PM

Well, since the Melodic Death Metal poll went over well, I was thinking about making one for power metal...

Hitroshimite

11-11-2004, 04:18 PM

Well, since the Melodic Death Metal poll went over well, I was thinking about making one for power metal...

Do it.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 04:25 PM

Alright I will in awhile. Like a half hour or something.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 04:28 PM

I'm thinking of including these bands:

Hammerfall
Stratovarious
Iced Earth
Blind Guardian
Dragonforce
Rhapsody
Helloween
Sonata Arctica
Nightwish

and I'm debating the tenth either Grave Digger, CoB, 3 inches of Blood, or Kotipelto.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 04:40 PM

Anyone got any objections?

Brew

11-11-2004, 04:52 PM

Looks like a good list to me.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 04:54 PM

Who should the tenth be?

Brew

11-11-2004, 05:03 PM

Cob.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 05:05 PM

So be it.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-11-2004, 05:05 PM

I'll put up the poll in a little while. I want that Iai guy to come on. He seems to be a big power metal fan.

FrailandBedazzled1979

11-12-2004, 03:27 AM

Who should the tenth be?

Lost Horizon, Freedom Call, Avantasia...any of those three.

Riva

11-12-2004, 05:35 AM

Manowar, perhaps?

Steerpike

11-12-2004, 02:58 PM

Well, I've been looking through some of the bands mentioned here at last. I've come to a conclusion. I need to buy the following albums in this order, ASAP:

Edguy- Hellfire Club
Nightwish- Once (I pirated half of it)
Lost Horizon- Flame to hte Ground Beneath
Running Wild- Black Hand Inn

I so regret not having discovered Edguy sooner.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 04:17 PM

Should CoB be the tenth band in the power metal poll I will soon make? Or should I choose one that I haven't heard from what Frail said.

Stoic

11-12-2004, 04:55 PM

if you put cob all the stupid kiddies who probably found out that cob arent black metal last month (!) will vote for them...

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:14 PM

That is true. So should I put Lost Horizon, Grave Digger or 3 Inches of Blood? Or any other suggestions for bands? Maybe Edguy or Running Wild although I've never heard either, they seem to be popular here.

Steerpike

11-12-2004, 05:27 PM

Edguy started out with a more classic sound, but have taken a heavier approach on Hellfire Club.

Running Wild are also being described as Pirate Metal. It's so over-the-top you can't help but love it.

If that's any help...

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:29 PM

Well, let's put it this way... When I get a tenth band I'll post the poll :chug:

ToRidTheDisease

11-12-2004, 05:30 PM

Children of Bodom.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:32 PM

CoB will attract all the death/black metal fans though.

Stoic

11-12-2004, 05:37 PM

no running wild are older and more traditional than the other groups, they just dont fit in.

if you put dragonforce (2 albums) then you should also put lost horizon (2 albums too) but I dont think they are quite popular in here.

Arucard

11-12-2004, 05:37 PM

i just bought two COB albums, (hatebreeder and follow the reaper)
teh own! lol
i want more power metal list 3 more albums i essentially need

ToRidTheDisease

11-12-2004, 05:40 PM

Please put COB :lol: They are my favorite band and I think they deserve in the poll.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:40 PM

Lost Horizon it is. Power Metal Poll should be up soon.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:40 PM

Please put COB :lol: They are my favorite band and I think they deserve in the poll.

I like them a lot, but we all know they would destroy that poll.

Stoic

11-12-2004, 05:41 PM

edguy are quite similar to some of the other bands

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:42 PM

i just bought two COB albums, (hatebreeder and follow the reaper)
teh own! lol
i want more power metal list 3 more albums i essentially need

Hammerfall - Crimson Thunder
Blind Guardian - Nightfall in Middle Earth

and maybe something by Stratovarious or Dragonforce.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:42 PM

Ok, It's down to Edguy and Lost horizon. The first person to say one of those bands will get them on the poll.

Stoic

11-12-2004, 05:49 PM

I dont want to be forced to choose between lost horizon (I'd like to support them because they rule but they are not popular here) and blind guardian (there's always a special place in my heart for them)...so put edguy :D

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 05:51 PM

Alright will be up soon(hopefully :lol: )

ToRidTheDisease

11-12-2004, 05:53 PM

Lost Horizon.

Arucard

11-12-2004, 05:55 PM

thanks guys ill be sure to check em out

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 06:00 PM

The poll is posted.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 07:46 PM

Woa, I just heard Edguy for the first time. Sweet stuff to say the least. They sound like Maiden sort of.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-12-2004, 07:49 PM

Anybody got any album reccomendations for Edguy?

heinrichkuhn

11-12-2004, 09:44 PM

Manowar, perhaps?

I would ****en say

Steerpike

11-13-2004, 12:45 AM

From what I've read, Hellfire Club is a good album to start with. It doesn't have the operatic sounds of their earlier albums, but it's still very popular and very accessible. I'm gonna snag it tomorrow if possible.

What I find interesting is how they wear their influences on their sleeves. You can tell Tobias Sammet is influenced by Dickinson/Halford/Tate, but he still has his own vocal quality. The riffs may sound Iron Maiden or Judas Priest inspired, but there's still a distinctive "Edguy" style. It's a great to see a band so unashamedly flaunt their "metal-ness."

Jon

11-14-2004, 04:19 PM

*Bursts into thread*
*Doesn't have a clue what anyone's talking about*

Saw Dream Evil last night. Supported by Labryinth and Powerquest. Oh god yeah.

BTW, Dragonforce roX my boX. And apparently Sam, Vadim *and* Herman were there last night. But I didn't see them. Which sucks, because I haven't seen the guys for a good month :(

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-14-2004, 04:25 PM

Oh my god, yes. When I first heard Edguy's stuff from Hellfire Club(two nights ago) I thought I was listening to Maiden. Now I can hear some differences in the playing style, but yes they were highly influenced by Maiden.

Silenius

11-14-2004, 04:27 PM

Would any one reccomend me Amorphis? They're Finnish, I'm not sure if they're power metal but I thought I'd ask here.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-14-2004, 04:29 PM

Never heard of them.

Silenius

11-14-2004, 04:33 PM

Maybe they're melodic death I'm not sure, I'll go ask in the death heads thread.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-15-2004, 04:24 PM

Well guys the poll is pretty much over. The gold goes to Blind Guardian. The silver to Iced Earth. The bronze to Helloween. Happy polling :chug:

Black_Fire

11-15-2004, 04:33 PM

Has anyone heard Future World by Helloween? Funniest Power Metal song I've ever heard lol. I swear they must have been stoned whilst writing it, yet it still owns, just listen to the lyrics..........
"Because we all live in future world, a world thats full of joy" :lol:

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-15-2004, 04:35 PM

sensitiveorgan00

11-15-2004, 04:37 PM

Heavy Metal Hamsters is Helloween's best song.

WetNoodle

11-15-2004, 04:52 PM

Heavy Metal Hamsters is Helloween's best song.

Tonight we're gonna see the heavy metal hamsters :cool:

Helloween's best song lyrically is rise and fall

Romeo loved his Juliet
their parents told them "stop"
then it all turned out peculiar
He couldn't get it up.

:D

paddy_unsatisfied

11-15-2004, 05:03 PM

weird. i see you edited it though. so you cant post it long but you can edit it later?

on topic, i got dragonforce - valley of the ****ed likr 2 weeks ago. i really like it
Sonic Firestorm is pretty good, maybe better.

Hitroshimite

11-15-2004, 05:11 PM

Riva

11-15-2004, 05:13 PM

Do you guys reckon Melechesh is power metal? I always thought they were power metal with harsh vocals, like Children Of Bodom. But I've heard some say they are melodic death.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-15-2004, 05:16 PM

Do you guys reckon Melechesh is power metal? I always thought they were power metal with harsh vocals, like Children Of Bodom. But I've heard some say they are melodic death.

Those death heads just want to steal our music :D Well I haven't honestly heard any of their stuff. Reccomendations please?

Riva

11-15-2004, 05:18 PM

Incendium Between Time And Mirage

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-15-2004, 05:34 PM

I could only get to listen to part of a song, but from what I heard it sounded more death than power.

downpaymentblues

11-15-2004, 05:38 PM

does anyone like Hammerfall??, Iknow I do!

downpaymentblues

11-15-2004, 05:38 PM

does anyone like Hammerfall??, I know I do!

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-15-2004, 05:45 PM

does anyone like Hammerfall??, I know I do!

Yeah, they are my favorite power metal band.

Kafkastolemyslippers

11-15-2004, 05:59 PM

Kafkastolemyslippers

11-15-2004, 06:01 PM

A friend recently gave me some power metal albums of bands I had never heard of before:

Iron Fire
Nocturnal Rites
Heavenly
Steel Attack
Firewind

They are all pretty good, I need to get a better feel for them though. Anyone heard of any of them?

sensitiveorgan00

11-15-2004, 06:28 PM

I've Nocturnal Rites. It was good solid power metal, nothing more. I haven't heard the others however.

downpaymentblues

11-15-2004, 11:05 PM

does anyone know of Canadian power metal band called Hanker?
i've heard that in 2003 they were supporting Edguy.

Misfitted_Mecha

11-16-2004, 09:06 PM

Hey I was wondering if someone could help me put together a good Power Metal mix CD. I am making it for a friend as he wants to get more into the genre. Preferably more upbeat songs, thanks.

Steerpike

11-16-2004, 09:36 PM

Is Tobias Sammet the guy that wrote the music for the Avantasia albums?

I think so yeah. Impressive that he's such a busy guy and only in his mid-twenties.

Hey I was wondering if someone could help me put together a good Power Metal mix CD. I am making it for a friend as he wants to get more into the genre. Preferably more upbeat songs, thanks.

Helloween- Keeper of the 7 Keys
Manowar- Kings of Metal
Rhapsody- Emerald Sword
Blind Guardian- Nightfall
Blind Guardian- The Soulforged
Blind Guardian- Valhalla
Stratovarius- Eagleheart
Edguy- Under the Moon
Nightwish- Wishmaster
Nightwish- Nemo (not as upbeat, but hauntingly beautiful)
Rhapsody- Holy Thunderforce
Manowar- Heart of Steel

That's just off the top of my head.

Hitroshimite

11-16-2004, 09:38 PM

Hey I was wondering if someone could help me put together a good Power Metal mix CD. I am making it for a friend as he wants to get more into the genre. Preferably more upbeat songs, thanks.

Rhapsody - Emerald Sword
Blind Guardian - Mirror Mirror
Magic Kingdom - Child of the Nile
Nightwish - Stargazers
Helloween - Eagle Fly Free
Sonata Arctica - Black Sheep
Dragon Force - Revelations
Dragon Heart (Different band!!!) - Gods of Ice
Manowar - Hail and Kill
Stratovarius - Speed of Light
X - Japan - Rusty Nail

Misfitted_Mecha

11-16-2004, 09:41 PM

Ah, great guys! Thanks for your suggestions and for replying so fast

Det_Nosnip

11-16-2004, 09:56 PM

I've Nocturnal Rites. It was good solid power metal, nothing more. I haven't heard the others however.

I remember their music being pretty good, but singer sounded like an 80's hair metal vocalist, which really ruined it for me.

downpaymentblues

11-17-2004, 03:04 PM

I was wondering if anybody has ever seen Edguy live. they are touring with Running Wild and Iron Savior. the ticket is 50$ and I was wndering if it's worth the money.

synzephyr

11-17-2004, 03:13 PM

I was wondering if anybody has ever seen Edguy live. they are touring with Running Wild and Iron Savior. the ticket is 50$ and I was wndering if it's worth the money.

I'll see them next week, I've seen them several times and i really enjoyed it.
But to be honest I wouldnt pay 50.

sensitiveorgan00

11-17-2004, 03:28 PM

I remember their music being pretty good, but singer sounded like an 80's hair metal vocalist, which really ruined it for me.
Serious? I liked teh vocalist.

Skeksis

11-17-2004, 03:36 PM

It is most awesome to see our beloved Power Metal thread in the first page, let's keep it like that.

BTW who's into Symphony X (Prog Power)?

I ****ing love them.

synzephyr

11-17-2004, 03:50 PM

It is most awesome to see our beloved Power Metal thread in the first page, let's keep it like that.

BTW who's into Symphony X (Prog Power)?

I ****ing love them.

I'm just listening to "The Odyssey" ! Love it!

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 04:35 PM

It is most awesome to see our beloved Power Metal thread in the first page, let's keep it like that.

BTW who's into Symphony X (Prog Power)?

I ****ing love them.

I don't really see the power metal in Symphny X. It just seems like Progressive to me.

sensitiveorgan00

11-17-2004, 05:49 PM

:amaze: How do you not hear the power metal in their songs, especially their older ones. Songs like "Out of the Ashes" "Of Sins and Shadows" just scream power metal.

Steerpike

11-17-2004, 05:54 PM

After pirating half of the ablum, I saw Savatage's Hall of the Mountain King available at a local shop for 10 bucks. ****ing good deal. It's been on heavy rotation the last couple of days. So I'm here to spread the word of Criss Oliva's sadly underrated genius.

Savatage isn't pure Power Metal like Blind Guardian, but they've got elements such as the songwriting and strong melody. Check them out whenever you get the chance.

One Step Beyond

11-17-2004, 07:29 PM

**** yeah! I didn't know there was a powermetal thread until someone told me in a thread I made searching for powermetal bands. Well anyway I'm pretty new to powermetal so ignore any idiotic remarks I may make for now. Back in the day Yngwie Malmsteen had some band but I do not know there name, but were they powermetal? I have heard songs like "Fire and Ice" and "Eclipse" that seem powermetal-ish to my ears, am I wrong? Please provide me with the name with this old band even if it isn't powermetal. I heard Iced Earth and Nightwish were considered powermetal, I have never thought that, what I have heard of Iced Earth doesn't seem to have the fast tempo like alot of otehr bands do. Same going with Nightwish, which I have loved for awhile now. Also I know of Hammerfall, but I heard three seperate songs and two were slow songs and the other was just boring, and it sounding nothing like what I think of powermetal.

Also, I am the only fan of powermetal around here that I know of, everyone around here is into Slipknot crap, Rap, or Country. I have found peopel into metal liek All That Remains and such, but they would think powermetal is pussy music, heh, any tips on enlightening these fools?

S.O.B.

sensitiveorgan00

11-17-2004, 08:06 PM

^ Recommend some power/thrash, USPM bands.

And, I think teh Mamsteen band you're talking about is Rising Force, I could be wrong however.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 08:08 PM

:amaze: How do you not hear the power metal in their songs, especially their older ones. Songs like "Out of the Ashes" "Of Sins and Shadows" just scream power metal.

Well I just heard a few more and now I can hear the power in it.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 08:10 PM

S.O.B. check out these songs by Hammerfall:

Trailblazers
Hearts on Fire
Always Will Be
Riders on the Storm
On the edge of honour

PoliticallyIncorrectMetalhead

11-17-2004, 08:25 PM

Kill them or show them some Helloween.

Steerpike

11-17-2004, 08:30 PM

Back in the day Yngwie Malmsteen had some band but I do not know there name, but were they powermetal? I have heard songs like "Fire and Ice" and "Eclipse" that seem powermetal-ish to my ears, am I wrong? Please provide me with the name with this old band even if it isn't powermetal./quote]

That would be Yngwie J. Malmsteen's Rising Force. Also, Malmsteen is a neo-classic guy, and mostly considered Shred Metal instead of Power.

[quote]I heard Iced Earth and Nightwish were considered powermetal, I have never thought that, what I have heard of Iced Earth doesn't seem to have the fast tempo like alot of otehr bands do. Same going with Nightwish, which I have loved for awhile now.

Iced Earth is indeed Power Metal, but with an emphasis on riffs typical of Thrash. Power Metal doesn't necessarily have to have a fast tempo, even though it does require a high degree of musicianship.

Nightwish is Power/Symphonic.

For me, the defining characteristics for Power Metal are the esoteric/sword-n'-sorcery-themed lyrics, a driving rhythm section, and a tight sense of melody.

Also, I am the only fan of powermetal around here that I know of, everyone around here is into Slipknot crap, Rap, or Country. I have found peopel into metal liek All That Remains and such, but they would think powermetal is pussy music, heh, any tips on enlightening these fools?

There really is no way to enlighten people. Sometimes it takes a while to grow on them, other times they're just going to continue not liking Power Metal. In the case of the latter, I just enjoy getting under their skin about it by singing out choruses from Blind Guardian and Rhapsody, shouting "Death to false metal!", and just making overall sarcastic comments. I'm such a bastard.

Det_Nosnip

11-17-2004, 08:57 PM

It is most awesome to see our beloved Power Metal thread in the first page, let's keep it like that.

BTW who's into Symphony X (Prog Power)?

I ****ing love them.

One of my favorite bands, actually. Right now, "V: The New Mythology Suite" is my favorite album. Lacrymosa = ****ing awesome. :cool:

Yobbo_Maiden

11-17-2004, 09:02 PM

Edguy are a ****ing awesome power metal band, the latest offering "Hellfire Club" kicks massive ***, especially the song "The Piper Never Dies" which is one of the greatest songs they have ever done.
Hammerfall are ok...they get a tad cheesy at times but I really like the song "Raise the Hammer" one of the best instrumentals i've ever heard.
Children of Bodom kick massive *** too...blistering guitars.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 09:16 PM

Am I the only power metal fan who really likes Hammerfall?

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 09:17 PM

Oh yeah and sometime I got to pick up that Edguy cd, Hellfire club.

Steerpike

11-17-2004, 09:22 PM

Am I the only power metal fan who really likes Hammerfall?

I haven't heard enough of them to say. I have no money and can't pirate while in campus, so it will have to wait.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-17-2004, 09:26 PM

I haven't heard enough of them to say. I have no money and can't pirate while in campus, so it will have to wait.

I see...

sucks for you :chug:

Forbidden Fruit

11-18-2004, 12:47 PM

You lot seem to be big CoB fans like myself, so you guys will probably like Virtuocity, their really good, i got their album today. It has members from CoB and from Nightwish and sound kinder similar to Stratovarious i guess. Their on spinefarm records if thats any extra help :thumb:

sensitiveorgan00

11-18-2004, 04:08 PM

Am I the only power metal fan who really likes Hammerfall?

Yeah. Hammerfall is meh.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 04:10 PM

Yeah. Hammerfall is meh.

You must not have heard much. If you have and you don't like them then your musical taste sucks. They are so talented.

Det_Nosnip

11-18-2004, 04:11 PM

I can testify that sensetiveorgan's musical taste most definetly does *not* suck.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 04:12 PM

I can testify that sensetiveorgan's musical taste most definetly does *not* suck.

I speak out of anger and disbelief.

sensitiveorgan00

11-18-2004, 05:07 PM

What do you find so great about Hammerfall? It's pretty generic, maybe a fun listen, but I don't find it anything more than that.

And my thanks goes to Ted. :thumb:

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 05:09 PM

What do you find so great about Hammerfall? It's pretty generic, maybe a fun listen, but I don't find it anything more than that.

And my thanks goes to Ted. :thumb:

What songs have you heard? They have great, fast solos, some melody in there songs and some fast, impressive songs.

sensitiveorgan00

11-18-2004, 05:12 PM

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 05:19 PM

I have a mix cd with several songs of there's. I don't recall their song titles however.

And it's good you enjoy Hammerfall. But whatever my reason is for disliking Hammerfall, it's still valid since it's my own opinion. You don't have to be so mad about me not liking one of your favorite bands.

1). I am not mad at you.
2). They are not one of my favorite bands.
3). Sorry, I am really sick today and I feel like taking it out on other people.
4). Check out the songs: Hearts on Fire, Trailblazers, Always Will Be, Riders on the Storm.

sensitiveorgan00

11-18-2004, 05:21 PM

:lol: Teh video for Hearts of Fire kills. And I've heard Riders on the Storm I think.

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 05:22 PM

:lol: Teh video for Hearts of Fire kills. And I've heard Riders on the Storm I think.

Yeah I've seen the video too :chug:

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 05:23 PM

At least check out Trailblazers, it's one of my favorite power metal songs.

Riva

11-18-2004, 05:30 PM

So yeah, is Dragonforce ever going to venture from the UK?

s0ldsoul4roknrol

11-18-2004, 05:32 PM

So yeah, is Dragonforce ever going to venture from the UK?

Hopefully. I would go to their concert.

Steerpike

11-28-2004, 04:02 PM

Well, I just picked up Edguy's Hellfire Club. God **** that CD is awesome. I'll have a review posted later this week.

On a side note, I find it interesting that I posted about Savatage a couple pages back, and it was ignored much like Criss Oliva. How ironic.

Brew

11-28-2004, 04:22 PM

Hopefully. I would go to their concert.

They're great live.

ToRidTheDisease

11-28-2004, 04:31 PM

Hey I bought Mastodon's Leviathon today, are they considored power metal?

Lord Hypnos

11-28-2004, 05:06 PM

Hey I bought Mastodon's Leviathon today, are they considored power metal?
No.

MetalNightBodomNight

11-28-2004, 05:43 PM

Originally Posted by s0ldsoul4roknrol
Am I the only power metal fan who really likes Hammerfall?

i love hammerfall heros return is a great song. glory to the brave is probably their best work

PoliticallyIncorrectMetalhead

11-28-2004, 06:59 PM

Today I found out Helloweens drummer commited suicide. MOMENT OF SILENCE!

ToRidTheDisease

11-28-2004, 08:37 PM

Today I found out Helloweens drummer commited suicide. MOMENT OF SILENCE!
When???

Superfly

11-28-2004, 08:44 PM

**** I haven't been to rock&metal for so damn long...I made another Power metal thread without realising this one existed... :upset:

I just got silence by Sonata Arctica...difficult to get here, had to go to a power metal cd shop :D ...any other sonata albums anyone reccomend?

Hitroshimite

11-28-2004, 09:00 PM

When???

Wasn't it like, 17 years ago?

Riva

11-28-2004, 11:27 PM

1995, wasn't it?

Steerpike

12-06-2004, 01:01 PM

I just up my review for Hellfire Club. I hope I did okay, since this is my first one.

http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5756765#post5756765

sensitiveorgan00

12-06-2004, 03:35 PM

New Angra anyone? I got some songs off it, it's fvcking killer. Everyone's talking good stuff about it as well. Also, I bought Kamelot - The Fourth Legacy (used) last night. Any fans of Kamelot here?

Brew

12-06-2004, 03:39 PM

My Dad bought The Best of Rhapsody yesterday, I've not heard all of it but it seems to be pretty good so far.

I saw a Wintersun cd in Virgin Megastore last week, I'll probably buy it after x-mas if its still there.

Lord Hypnos

12-06-2004, 06:21 PM

I just up my review for Hellfire Club. I hope I did okay, since this is my first one.

http://www.musicianforums.com/forums/showthread.php?p=5756765#post5756765
Good job. :wave: I can't wait to pick it up. Unfortunately, my local cd shop doesn't carry much power metal (or any metal, for that matter :upset: ) so I have to wait 'till I venture into the city before I can get it.

Silenius

12-06-2004, 06:24 PM

I saw a Wintersun cd in Virgin Megastore last week, I'll probably buy it after x-mas if its still there.
BUY IT NOW!!! It's a fantastic cd. :thumb:

Steerpike

12-06-2004, 08:55 PM

Good job. :wave: I can't wait to pick it up. Unfortunately, my local cd shop doesn't carry much power metal (or any metal, for that matter :upset: ) so I have to wait 'till I venture into the city before I can get it.

I just had mine special-ordered from FYE.

Lord Hypnos

12-12-2004, 08:24 PM

I might be going into the city next week so I'll definitely be picking it up then.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:30 AM

Well, I'm listening to more Children of Bodom. Musically, an awesome band, and I'm starting to get more accustomed to Alexi's vocals. But looking at the lyrics, I'm beginning to think his grasp over English isn't terribly... strong. They sound like something from an 80's horror movie. I'm not quite sure how to feel about that just yet.

Skeksis

12-19-2004, 12:49 AM

:lol:

Agreed on the CoB lyircs thing.

sensitiveorgan00

12-19-2004, 11:13 AM

Iron Man

12-19-2004, 12:06 PM

I just had mine special-ordered from FYE.

FYE = wallet rape :upset:

Unfortunately they're the only store anywhere near me with a decent selection.

Dark Hero

12-19-2004, 12:08 PM

FYE = wallet rape :upset:

Unfortunately they're the only store anywhere near me with a decent selection.

Yeah I know, there prices are high but they usually have what I want.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:10 PM

FYE = wallet rape :upset:

Unfortunately they're the only store anywhere near me with a decent selection.

I know. I'm always very careful to compare prices before I buy anything from them. I actually came in during a Christmas sale and got a DVD box set for my grandfather for $15 cheaper than it was at Amazon.

My family is very good at stretching out our money.

Hitroshimite

12-19-2004, 12:11 PM

Bleh. The only stores around me have high prices and a ****ty selection. $42 for Helloween's 'Better than Raw'? Sounds like a deal to me!

I did score an $8.00 copy of 'Holy Diver' though, so I guess I can't really complain.

Iron Man

12-19-2004, 12:16 PM

I know. I'm always very careful to compare prices before I buy anything from them. I actually came in during a Christmas sale and got a DVD box set for my grandfather for $15 cheaper than it was at Amazon.

My family is very good at stretching out our money.

Heh, two CDs ran me $33 there yesterday.

And, on a side note, I have Hall of the Mountain King from Savatage. Interesting, to say the least.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:19 PM

And, on a side note, I have Hall of the Mountain King from Savatage. Interesting, to say the least.

Scored that one for $11.

R.I.P. Criss Oliva

sensitiveorgan00

12-19-2004, 12:21 PM

FYE = wallet rape :upset:

Unfortunately they're the only store anywhere near me with a decent selection.

They have some good used cds. But yeah, their prices are crazy.

Arucard

12-19-2004, 12:31 PM

Hi guys, im new here.
/looks ashamed.
I love power metal, just never saw this thread. Can you reccomend me some good power? My faverouites are DragonForce, CoB, Angra and Iced Earth, but i want to explore some more. :)

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:34 PM

Blind Guardian
Helloween
Stratovarius
Nightwish
Savatage
Edguy
Lost Horizon

Try those out.

RiceMonster

12-19-2004, 12:35 PM

Also try out Rhapsody and Sonata Arctica.

Superfly

12-19-2004, 12:36 PM

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:36 PM

How could I have forgotten Rhaposdy?

(kneels down with broadword point-down and begs for forgiveness)

Arucard

12-19-2004, 12:43 PM

Ahh, i tried Nightwish and Helloween already. Helloween = good, but i dont like Nightwishes vocals.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:47 PM

but i dont like Nightwishes vocals.

Maybe it's a matter of personal taste, but I didn't think that was possible.

Arucard

12-19-2004, 12:48 PM

Maybe i shall re-listen.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:50 PM

What songs did you listen to?

Iron Man

12-19-2004, 12:51 PM

Maybe it's a matter of personal taste, but I didn't think that was possible.

Either did I, I think she has a great voice. Anyway, I think female vocals give me a break from the norm, which is why I enjoy Nightwish

RiceMonster

12-19-2004, 12:52 PM

I agree, Nightwish's vocals are incredible.

Hitroshimite

12-19-2004, 12:55 PM

Tarja (from Nightwish) has an amazing voice! I was going to see them in Toronto last night, but my parents decided that he had to visit my grandparents instead :angry:

****in’ Jesus. Why couldn’t he have been born in the summer? I've heard Middle-Eastern summers are quite nice.

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 12:57 PM

I'm watching their website like a hawk. I'll be in Maryland the month they're coming through, and I plan on bribing a friend of mine to provide me with transportation to that concert. The instant the tickets go on sale, I'm buying the best seats I can afford.

RiceMonster

12-19-2004, 12:57 PM

That must have sucked. That gives me another reason for hating Christmas.

Edit: To Hitroshimite

Hitroshimite

12-19-2004, 01:00 PM

That must have sucked. That gives me another reason for hating Christmas.

Edit: To Hitroshimite

Sure did :) I'm considering converting to Judaism, Christmas is too much of a headache. I'll take not having to spend time with my family over free stuff any day, thank you very much.

Stoic

12-19-2004, 02:03 PM

Has anyone heard the new Angra - "Temple of Shadows" yet? I have a few songs, it's fvcking killer. It has guest appearences from Hansi (Blind Guardian) and Kai (ex-Helloween). A lot of reviews I read really praised this album a lot. I suggest you guys check it out.

I got the limited edition (+ bonus DVD) in November and since then it hasnt got out of my cd player. The first half of the album features very strong tracks but in the second half the songs become slower and more emotional (including piano parts and sensitive moments). At first I was kinda disappointed but I soon got over it. All the songs are so addictive (=super catchy) and well constructed and have incredible bridges and instumental parts. Although a reason I got this album was Hansi's guest appearance (I adore him!) in fact I liked Kai's performance better. What song have you listened to so far?

Arucard

12-19-2004, 02:47 PM

I take it back what i said about her singing, its very good. I mustve mistaken Nightwish for someone else, they have a woman singer.
/Feels gay.

RiceMonster

12-19-2004, 06:25 PM

Hey, I want to get into some Edguy. What are some good song by them?

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 06:33 PM

Everything off of Hellfire Club. There is not a bad song on that album. The Piper Never Dies is one of my favorite songs.

Arucard

12-19-2004, 06:35 PM

Steerpike

12-19-2004, 06:39 PM

After downloading Wishmaster, im just booked tickets to go see them in Birmingham in February, and am considering a Nightwish avatar....
This is the best **** ive hear in a long time. Well since i discovered CoB and DragonForce.

Good man. I'm still waiting for tickets to the April show in Worcester. I hear they're an amazing live band. Tarja apparently headbangs better than most trash metalheads.

Mekkalayakay

12-19-2004, 06:41 PM

Anybody like/heard of Warmen? Janne Warmen (CoB)'s solo project.

sensitiveorgan00

12-19-2004, 06:47 PM

I got the limited edition (+ bonus DVD) in November and since then it hasnt got out of my cd player. The first half of the album features very strong tracks but in the second half the songs become slower and more emotional (including piano parts and sensitive moments). At first I was kinda disappointed but I soon got over it. All the songs are so addictive (=super catchy) and well constructed and have incredible bridges and instumental parts. Although a reason I got this album was Hansi's guest appearance (I adore him!) in fact I liked Kai's performance better. What song have you listened to so far?

Angels and Demons
Spread Your Fire
The Temple of Hate
Winds of Destination
Shadow Hunter

I could be missing one or two. Anyways, how is the dvd? Is it a live performance?

Arucard

12-19-2004, 06:48 PM

Hey, anyone going to the DragonForce + Angra show in London?
It should rock.

RiceMonster

12-20-2004, 12:45 PM

I wish I could go see them. I don't have th money to see any shows at the moment. Hopefully they'll tour North America when I do.

Lateralias

12-20-2004, 01:09 PM

I need some recommendation for some power metal, at the moment I'm digging Dragonforce, Sonata Artica, and Blind Guardian too. Any recommendations will be greatly appreciated

Steerpike

12-20-2004, 01:10 PM

Iced Earth
Edguy
Nightwish
Rhapsody
Hammerfall
Helloween

All good choices.

RiceMonster

12-20-2004, 01:11 PM

Angra
Rhapsody
Edguy
Nightwish
Stratovarius

RiceMonster

12-20-2004, 01:12 PM

Pretty much any power metal band is good. I haven't found one I don't like yet.

Hitroshimite

12-20-2004, 01:24 PM

Magic Kingdom
Forgotten Tales

RiceMonster

12-20-2004, 11:47 PM

I haven't seen any power metal bands live yet. I feel ashamed. :upset:

guitrguy

12-20-2004, 11:54 PM

How do you guys like Dragonlord?

erling

12-21-2004, 12:13 AM

dragonforce,nightwish annd pagans mind are probably the best Power metal bands there is.

Steerpike

12-21-2004, 03:31 PM

Iron Man

12-21-2004, 04:10 PM

I've *ahem* acquired a few songs from Hammerfall and Lost Horizon. In addition to the usual metal influences, I think I can hear a little Peter Gabriel in Joaquin Cannes.

I have to get some albums by these guys. **** it, I need a job.

I have all 4 Hammerfall CDs ripped at 320kb, and they're availible on Soulseek or AIM if you're interested.

Steerpike

12-21-2004, 04:15 PM

No, I feel compelled to spend the money to support artists. I use file-sharing as a sampler, a preview as it were. That way, I don't have to rely on radio singles of dubious quality.

Iron Man

12-21-2004, 04:17 PM

No, I feel compelled to spend the money to support artists. I use file-sharing as a sampler, a preview as it were. That way, I don't have to rely on radio singles of dubious quality.

Gotcha. If I had a job, I'd buy way more CDs than I do...but money is tight.

Edit: Trying to think of a HF CD to recommend...I'd say get Crimson Thunder first.

G_Mac07

12-23-2004, 07:26 AM

Ok, at the moment I'm trying to find some stuff by an Australian band called Dungeon. I'm told their Power Metal, so i figured here would be the best place to get some song recommendations, and hopefully places to get them. Thanks for any help:thumb:

Josh

12-23-2004, 08:10 AM

No, I feel compelled to spend the money to support artists. I use file-sharing as a sampler, a preview as it were. That way, I don't have to rely on radio singles of dubious quality.
thats what i do, listen to the singles on radio / mtv, then sample a couple of others via filesharing. then buy the album.

Josh

12-23-2004, 08:14 AM

I haven't seen any power metal bands live yet. I feel ashamed. :upset:
well if you still count iron maiden as power metal then theyre the only power metal band ive seen live....fvcking awesome.
also, HammerFall seem to have a lot of maiden influences, and do an aces high cover. compare hammerfall vocals to maiden vocals and you'll see what i mean.

Steerpike

12-23-2004, 12:30 PM

I'm watching Nightwish's site like a hawk. The instant the tickets go on sale for the Worcester, Maryland show, I'm buying the best **** seats I can afford.

RiceMonster

12-23-2004, 09:41 PM

I'm watching Nightwish's site like a hawk. The instant the tickets go on sale for the Worcester, Maryland show, I'm buying the best **** seats I can afford.
I wish I had the money to see them or any other Power Metal band.

tunafish_scumbag

12-23-2004, 10:17 PM

It was horrific. I felt defiled. The song was called "nova era".

That's a great song. While I agree that the vocals are gay, that's what's so great about it.

Superfly

12-24-2004, 01:58 AM

I wish I had the money to see them or any other Power Metal band.

I don't even have the money to buy power metal CDs

-import prices +++++

Carcass5150

12-24-2004, 02:03 AM

This is like the 710th post so it's possible that someone has mentioned this band before but just today I purchased Demon's & Wizards self titled album. It's a side project of Hansi Kursch from Blind Guardian and Jon Schaffer of Iced Earth. It's pretty bad. Mark Prator from Iced Earth plays drums on the album too but he's not a permanent member of the band.

RiceMonster

12-24-2004, 03:28 PM

Hitroshimite

12-24-2004, 04:27 PM

I haven't heard any of them. If it's with Hansi it sounds worth while checking out.

It's a pretty cool album. It's basically Iced Earth with Hansi on vocals and Blind Guardian-ish melodies. It also contains 'Fiddler on the Green', which is the most emotional song ever in the history of time. And yes, I'm serious about that.

That's a great song. While I agree that the vocals are gay, that's what's so great about it.

Bah! The vocals are not 'gay', unless you mean gay as in happy. In which case yes, they are quite gay. Also, don't mind Dargon. If it's not fast and mindless he doesn't like it.

Angra kicks ***, by the way *points to user title*

Arucard

12-24-2004, 04:41 PM

I need more money to buy power metal cd's. Well tmoz is christmas, and ive got an 150 quid paying gig on New Years Eve OmG teH GoDz!
Nightwish, Iced Earth and DragonForce cd's here we come.

Carcass5150

12-24-2004, 04:47 PM

It's a pretty cool album. It's basically Iced Earth with Hansi on vocals and Blind Guardian-ish melodies. It also contains 'Fiddler on the Green', which is the most emotional song ever in the history of time. And yes, I'm serious about that.

Fiddler on the Green is a crazy cool song. No matter what, if I listen to that album I always have to listen to it. The accoustic parts are great and Hansi's voice is just perfect to give it sort of a rich but at the same time eerie tone. I bought the album yesterday and I can't stop listening to it.

Also another band which im not sure counts as power metal but has some really good vocal harmonies is Into Eternity I think they are almost progressive thrash, but the vocals have a hint of the power metal feel to them. (slightly off topic)

Hitroshimite

12-24-2004, 04:55 PM

Into Eternity are a really cool band. They're the band with two vocalists, the higher pitched power metal one and the growl-y death metal one, correct?

Carcass5150

12-24-2004, 10:03 PM

Into Eternity are a really cool band. They're the band with two vocalists, the higher pitched power metal one and the growl-y death metal one, correct?

Actually, what's interesting about that is all 5 members sing. The singer does both the high death metal vocals and the power metal tones. one of the guitarist does the low death metal vocals and then the bassist, drummer, and the second guitarist all sing backups. Mainly clean backups I think.

Hitroshimite

12-24-2004, 10:10 PM

Actually, what's interesting about that is all 5 members sing. The singer does both the high death metal vocals and the power metal tones. one of the guitarist does the low death metal vocals and then the bassist, drummer, and the second guitarist all sing backups. Mainly clean backups I think.

Ah, that’s cool then. I think it's really kickass when all the members in a band can sing, it really adds something to the music.

Anyways, I've only heard a couple songs by this band. Could anyone recommend some good songs of theirs to check out?

Carcass5150

12-24-2004, 10:22 PM

Anyways, I've only heard a couple songs by this band. Could anyone recommend some good songs of theirs to check out?

Well I suggest any song off Buried in Oblivion. I haven't heard too much of their other two albums. If you like the clean then go for Black Sea of Agony. The Guitarist does some sick clean vocal harmony. My personal favorite is the song 3 Dimensional Aperture.

EDIT: Dio owns

Hitroshimite

12-24-2004, 10:25 PM

Well I suggest any song off Buried in Oblivion. I haven't heard too much of their other two albums. If you like the clean then go for Black Sea of Agony. The Guitarist does some sick clean vocal harmony. My personal favorite is the song 3 Dimensional Aperture.

EDIT: Dio owns

Thanks man, I'll defiantly check those songs out.

And yes he does.

bball_1523

12-25-2004, 12:02 AM

I'm just wondering, what really is defined as power metal?

Hitroshimite

12-25-2004, 12:19 AM

I'm just wondering, what really is defined as power metal?

Good question. I guess "Iron Maiden on speed" pretty much defines power metal. Usually power metal bands are very melodic, with lots of high pitched vocals and harmonized vocals/guitar lines. They usually use a lot of palm muted 16th note riffs. Also, keyboards and orchestral/classical elements are quite common.

I hope that helps.

Steerpike

12-25-2004, 12:39 AM

Don't forget that they often feature an intense, driving rhythm section and the lyrics often have a supernatural, metaphysical, or sword & sorcery theme.

RiceMonster

12-25-2004, 10:31 PM

The operetic(sp?) vocals are another common element.

Steerpike

12-25-2004, 10:54 PM

The operetic(sp?) vocals are another common element.

Well, I wouldn't say operatic so much as theatrical. Power metal vocalists tend to have a variety of training backgrounds, but their voices are all the kind trained to project all the way to the cheap seats.

RiceMonster

12-28-2004, 12:49 AM

I just descoverd the band Dark Moor. Yet another damn good power metal band. Anyone like them?

Brew

12-28-2004, 12:26 PM

I'm currently waiting for an Ensiferum album to arrive in the post, I'm not sure when its going to get here which sucks :(

I'd go and see Nightwish next February but I'm in Scotland dang nabbit :(

I wonder if they'll be at Bloodstock next year...

CaptainWaits

12-28-2004, 12:32 PM

How many poeple here listen to "Primal Fear" ???

Steerpike

12-28-2004, 01:09 PM

I'm downloading some Primal Fear as we speak.

Kafkastolemyslippers

12-28-2004, 01:23 PM

I've listened to primal fear. Tis good.

CaptainWaits

12-28-2004, 03:58 PM

^^Very Very good......best Power Metal in my mind by far.......especially Black Sun, killer album

Lord Hypnos

12-28-2004, 04:15 PM

Anyone listen to Labyrinth? I just got their self-titled cd. Very, very good IMO.

CaptainWaits

12-28-2004, 04:17 PM

Anyone listen to Labyrinth? I just got their self-titled cd. Very, very good IMO.

Yeh I've heard a bit of their stuff from "Return to Heaven Denied".......pretty good Power Metal, but there's better

RiceMonster

12-29-2004, 12:18 AM

Anyone like Dark Moor? Just discoverd them yesterday.

JMetallica

12-29-2004, 04:07 AM

^^Very Very good......best Power Metal in my mind by far.......especially Black Sun, killer album

I *hate* that band. I hate Ralf scheepers. He is a sucky vocalist if i have ever heard one. He ruined Gamma Ray on their early albums. He *does not* sound like Rob Halford. He's fat. He has no balls. He sucks the mighty suck.... And he eats babies! :eek:

RideTheSpiral

12-29-2004, 05:45 AM

Anyone listen to Labyrinth? I just got their self-titled cd. Very, very good IMO.

Brilliant album. In my top 5 PM albums.

Brew

12-30-2004, 03:15 PM

I picked up a Wintersun album yesterday, I'd say its amazing but to be fair its not.

The music arrangements and everything like that is great, but the album is let down by the singing. I know that its the guy from Ensiferum who did all the work for the album, but the vocals are sometimes difficult to hear and can sometimes spoil the song.

So - great music, not so great vocals.

I found out that my Ensiferum album won't be here for another two weeks or so which is annoying because they're one of my favourite bands at the moment.

CaptainWaits

12-31-2004, 12:39 AM

I *hate* that band. I hate Ralf scheepers. He is a sucky vocalist if i have ever heard one. He ruined Gamma Ray on their early albums. He *does not* sound like Rob Halford. He's fat. He has no balls. He sucks the mighty suck.... And he eats babies! :eek:

:lol:

Even though I disagree I can laugh at that

Steerpike

12-31-2004, 12:41 AM

And he eats babies! :eek:

Who doesnt? :D

Ever read Jonathon Swift? Them infants is good eatin'!

Arucard

01-06-2005, 10:44 AM

Man, i got Iced Earth - Night Of The Stormrider. How ****ing good?

sensitiveorgan00

01-06-2005, 04:05 PM

^ Awesome, I love that album. Iced Earth's best work.

Did you get the original or the re-mastered version?

Steerpike

01-07-2005, 02:00 PM

I just started listening to Freedom Call. Very cool. This is the kind of stuff I'd listen to on road trips.

It's a **** shame that I still don't have money to actually buy the albums.

Iron Man

01-07-2005, 07:56 PM

Has anyone here heard Falconer? Just wondering what you guys think, my friend made a copy for me and I don't think it's half bad.

SofaKing713

01-07-2005, 08:10 PM

Has anyone here heard Falconer? Just wondering what you guys think, my friend made a copy for me and I don't think it's half bad.

I think they are pretty good. I heard a few songs from Chapters From A Vale Forlorn and I liked them. I would buy their CD if I had money.

RiceMonster

01-07-2005, 08:17 PM

Any one know if labyrinth are any good?

Edit: oh just read the posts above me :p

CaptainWaits

01-07-2005, 11:11 PM

Man, i got Iced Earth - Night Of The Stormrider. How ****ing good?

Yes tis a very good album

Can someone tell me who's better...Rhapsody or Evergrey

sensitiveorgan00

01-07-2005, 11:13 PM

Has anyone here heard Falconer? Just wondering what you guys think, my friend made a copy for me and I don't think it's half bad.

I heard a few songs. They were, meh, alright. I found them pretty boring though, but I guess I'll have to give it a better listen.

Oh, I got Jag Panzer - Thane to the Throne a few days ago, pretty good so far. I don't think I listened to all of it yet.

Superfly

01-07-2005, 11:16 PM

labyrinth= awesome

vision divine= also awesome

CaptainWaits

01-07-2005, 11:36 PM

Oh, I got Jag Panzer - Thane to the Throne a few days ago, pretty good so far. I don't think I listened to all of it yet.

Great Album!! :thumb:

WetNoodle

01-08-2005, 12:09 AM

Yes tis a very good album

Can someone tell me who's better...Rhapsody or Evergrey

In MY opinion i'd say Rhapsody. Though Evergrey are a very very good band.

Oh, and today I got Kotipelto - Coldness. This cd is so good. I recomend it to anyone who liked Stratovarius.

Also i'd like to say that guy from Children of Bodom did a very very awsome job on the keyboards ;)