Captain Morgan's Revenge
Alestorm · 2008
41 min · 10 tracks · power metal · folk metal
A raucous blend of folk metal and power metal celebrating seafaring life with playful narratives and energetic instrumentation.
Captain Morgan's Revenge is an album by Alestorm, released in 2008. A raucous blend of folk metal and power metal celebrating seafaring life with playful narratives and energetic instrumentation. 'Captain Morgan's Revenge' played a significant role in popularizing the pirate metal subgenre and established Alestorm as key players in this niche. The album received positive critical reception, leading to increased visibility for the band and subsequent successful releases. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Captain Morgan's Revenge sound like?
A raucous blend of folk metal and power metal celebrating seafaring life with playful narratives and energetic instrumentation. Rooted in power metal and folk metal.
What makes Captain Morgan's Revenge by Alestorm notable?
'Captain Morgan's Revenge' played a significant role in popularizing the pirate metal subgenre and established Alestorm as key players in this niche. The album received positive critical reception, leading to increased visibility for the band and subsequent successful releases. Released on January 1, 2008, 'Captain Morgan's Revenge' was Alestorm's debut album, emerging as a defining statement from the burgeoning pirate metal scene. The band had just formed in 2004 and saw this album as a way to carve out their unique niche within heavy metal, combining traditional folk elements with high-octane metal energy.
How many songs are on Captain Morgan's Revenge?
Captain Morgan's Revenge has 10 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Over the Seas Standout 3:55
- 2 Captain Morgan’s Revenge Standout 6:42
- 3 The Huntmaster 4:59
- 4 Nancy the Tavern Wench Standout 4:52
- 5 Death Before the Mast 3:17
- 6 Terror on the High Seas 3:51
- 7 Set Sail and Conquer 4:38
- 8 Of Treasure 2:58
- 9 Wenches & Mead 3:42
- 10 Flower of Scotland 2:37
Release Date
January 1, 2008
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
41 min 36 sec
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