About this album
Where they were
Released on April 22, 2016, this self-titled album marked Diamond Head's first studio release in over six years, following their 2007 album 'What’s In Your Head?'. At this stage in their career, the band aimed to reestablish their legacy within the heavy metal scene and recapture the energy of their influential early work.
Why it matters
This album is significant as it received positive reviews from critics, highlighting a successful return to form for Diamond Head. Additionally, it helped to reaffirm their status as pioneers of the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) movement, influencing a new generation of metal bands.
Essential tracks
- "Bones" — Opening the album, 'Bones' sets a powerful tone with its driving rhythm and anthemic chorus that encapsulates the band's classic sound.
- "Shout at the Devil" — 'Shout at the Devil' pays homage to classic heavy metal while incorporating modern production techniques, showcasing the band's evolution.
- "Set My Soul on Fire" — This track features soaring melodies and passionate lyrics that resonate deeply, exemplifying the band's ability to blend emotion with hard-hitting instrumentation.
- "Our Time Is Now" — 'Our Time Is Now' delivers a rallying cry for fans, filled with infectious hooks and a sense of urgency that defines the album's spirit.
- "Diamonds" — 'Diamonds' serves as a standout ballad that showcases the band's softer side while maintaining their signature heaviness, illustrating their versatility.
Release Date
April 22, 2016
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Tracklist
- 1 Bones 4:12
- 2 Shout at the Devil 4:04
- 3 Set My Soul on Fire 4:24
- 4 See You Rise 4:16
- 5 All the Reasons You Live 5:23
- 6 Wizard Sleeve 3:18
- 7 Our Time Is Now 4:27
- 8 Speed 4:07
- 9 Blood on My Hands 4:24
- 10 Diamonds 3:24
- 11 Silence 6:24
- 12 Kings & Queens 5:23
- 13 All the Reasons You Live (orchestral mix) 5:24