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Border of Reality

Angel Dust · 1998

55 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · thrash metal

A relentless fusion of thrash and power metal, delivering intricate riffs and soaring vocals that evoke both chaos and beauty.

Border of Reality is an album by Angel Dust, released in 1998. A relentless fusion of thrash and power metal, delivering intricate riffs and soaring vocals that evoke both chaos and beauty. This album marked a significant moment for Angel Dust, as it showcased their evolution toward a more complex sound that garnered critical attention. It received positive reviews in metal circles, with particular praise for its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth, helping to expand their audience beyond traditional heavy metal fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Border of Reality sound like?

A relentless fusion of thrash and power metal, delivering intricate riffs and soaring vocals that evoke both chaos and beauty. Rooted in heavy metal and progressive metal.

What makes Border of Reality by Angel Dust notable?

This album marked a significant moment for Angel Dust, as it showcased their evolution toward a more complex sound that garnered critical attention. It received positive reviews in metal circles, with particular praise for its ambitious compositions and lyrical depth, helping to expand their audience beyond traditional heavy metal fans. Released in 1998, 'Border of Reality' is Angel Dust's third studio album, following their well-received record 'Bleed' from 1995. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their identity within the German metal scene, blending elements of progressive and thrash metal while maintaining a strong melodic sensibility.

How many songs are on Border of Reality?

Border of Reality has 9 tracks, running approximately 55 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·55:04

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Border of Reality Standout 4:52
  • 2 No More Faith 4:11
  • 3 Nightmare Standout 4:43
  • 4 Centuries 5:18
  • 5 When I Die 9:44
  • 6 Where the Wind Blows Standout 7:36
  • 7 Spotlight Kid 4:22
  • 8 Behind the Mirror 8:16
  • 9 Coming Home 5:57

Release Date

January 1, 1998

Artist Origin

Germany

Runtime

55 min 4 sec