Frost and Fire
Cirith Ungol · 1981
39 min · 8 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · doom metal
A raw blend of heavy riffs and soaring vocals capturing the essence of early American metal.
Frost and Fire is an album by Cirith Ungol, released in 1981. A raw blend of heavy riffs and soaring vocals capturing the essence of early American metal. This album is significant for its role in shaping the early American heavy metal sound, despite limited commercial success. It has garnered a cult following over the years, influencing bands in the doom and power metal genres, and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of metal. Additionally, it received positive reviews from underground publications, cementing Cirith Ungol’s place in heavy metal history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Frost and Fire sound like?
A raw blend of heavy riffs and soaring vocals capturing the essence of early American metal. Rooted in heavy metal and power metal.
What makes Frost and Fire by Cirith Ungol notable?
This album is significant for its role in shaping the early American heavy metal sound, despite limited commercial success. It has garnered a cult following over the years, influencing bands in the doom and power metal genres, and is often cited in discussions about the evolution of metal. Additionally, it received positive reviews from underground publications, cementing Cirith Ungol’s place in heavy metal history. Frost and Fire is Cirith Ungol's debut album, released in 1981 at a time when the band was still establishing its identity within the burgeoning heavy metal scene. Following a series of live performances, this record marked their first introduction to studio recording, showcasing their unique blend of doom and power metal. The album set the stage for the band's influence on future generations of metal artists.
How many songs are on Frost and Fire?
Frost and Fire has 8 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Frost and Fire Standout 3:35
- 2 I'm Alive Standout 4:58
- 3 A Little Fire 3:46
- 4 What Does It Take 3:36
- 5 Edge of a Knife 4:29
- 6 Better Off Dead Standout 4:45
- 7 Maybe That's Why 6:15
- 8 Cirith Ungol (live) 8:19
Release Date
January 1, 1981
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 46 sec
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