Follow the Blind
Blind Guardian · 1989
42 min · 10 tracks · power metal · speed metal
Epic melodies merge with fast-paced rhythms in a fantasy-laden power metal odyssey.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experiences
- Context
- Released in 1989, 'Follow the Blind' is Blind Guardian's second studio album, following their debut 'Battalions of Fear' from 1988. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the burgeoning European power metal scene and expanding their thematic focus on mythology and fantasy.
- If you like
- power metal, speed metal
Follow the Blind is an album by Blind Guardian, released in 1989. Epic melodies merge with fast-paced rhythms in a fantasy-laden power metal odyssey. The album is significant for its influence on the power metal genre, showcasing a blend of speed and intricate compositions that would inspire numerous bands in the following decades. It also features the iconic track 'Valhalla,' which became a staple in their live performances and cemented their reputation among metal fans. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Follow the Blind sound like?
Epic melodies merge with fast-paced rhythms in a fantasy-laden power metal odyssey. Rooted in power metal and speed metal.
What makes Follow the Blind by Blind Guardian notable?
The album is significant for its influence on the power metal genre, showcasing a blend of speed and intricate compositions that would inspire numerous bands in the following decades. It also features the iconic track 'Valhalla,' which became a staple in their live performances and cemented their reputation among metal fans. Released in 1989, 'Follow the Blind' is Blind Guardian's second studio album, following their debut 'Battalions of Fear' from 1988. At this point, the band was solidifying their reputation within the burgeoning European power metal scene and expanding their thematic focus on mythology and fantasy.
Who is Follow the Blind for?
Follow the Blind works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experiences.
How many songs are on Follow the Blind?
Follow the Blind has 10 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Inquisition 0:40
- 2 Banish From Sanctuary Standout 5:28
- 3 Damned for All Time 4:57
- 4 Follow the Blind Standout 7:11
- 5 Hall of the King 4:15
- 6 Fast to Madness 5:58
- 7 Beyond the Ice 3:28
- 8 Valhalla Standout 4:55
- 9 Don’t Break the Circle 4:18
- 10 Barbara Ann 1:42
Release Date
January 1, 1989
Artist Origin
Germany
Runtime
42 min 57 sec
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