About this album
Where they were
'Sounding the Seventh Trumpet' is Avenged Sevenfold's debut album released in 2001. At this point, they were relatively unknown, having formed just a few years earlier. This album laid the groundwork for their signature sound, combining heavy metal and metalcore elements that would define their subsequent rise to fame.
Why it matters
The album helped solidify Avenged Sevenfold's presence in the burgeoning metalcore scene of the early 2000s. It received significant attention from fans and critics alike, ultimately leading to a deal with Hopeless Records, which allowed them to build on this initial momentum in their later releases.
Essential tracks
- "Warmness on the Soul" — This track showcases the band's ability to blend heavy guitar riffs with emotional lyrics, highlighting their melodic potential amidst the chaos of metalcore.
- "To End the Rapture" — As an opening track, it sets a dark tone for the album and encapsulates the band's aggressive style while incorporating orchestral elements.
- "Shattered by Broken Dreams" — This lengthy track exemplifies Avenged Sevenfold's progressive influences, weaving intricate melodies with powerful vocals and intense instrumentation.
Release Date
January 31, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
- 1 To End the Rapture 1:24
- 2 Turn the Other Way 5:36
- 3 Darkness Surrounding 4:49
- 4 The Art of Subconscious Illusion 3:45
- 5 We Come Out at Night 4:44
- 6 Lips of Deceit 4:09
- 7 Warmness on the Soul 4:19
- 8 An Epic of Time Wasted 4:18
- 9 Breaking Their Hold 1:11
- 10 Forgotten Faces 3:26
- 11 Thick and Thin 4:15
- 12 Streets 3:06
- 13 Shattered by Broken Dreams 7:08