Legendary Tales
Rhapsody of Fire · 1997
45 min · 10 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with galloping guitars and soaring vocals, creating a fantastical metal landscape.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing experience
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'Legendary Tales' is Rhapsody of Fire's debut album, marking the beginning of their ambitious fusion of power and symphonic metal. At this point in their career, the band was establishing a unique narrative-driven style that would define their future releases and influence the genre.
- If you like
- power metal, symphonic metal
Legendary Tales is an album by Rhapsody of Fire, released in 1997. Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with galloping guitars and soaring vocals, creating a fantastical metal landscape. 'Legendary Tales' is notable for helping to popularize symphonic power metal, contributing to the genre's rise during the late 1990s. The album received positive reviews for its intricate compositions and storytelling, ultimately leading to a dedicated fanbase and influencing subsequent bands in the scene. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Legendary Tales sound like?
Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with galloping guitars and soaring vocals, creating a fantastical metal landscape. Rooted in power metal and symphonic metal.
What makes Legendary Tales by Rhapsody of Fire notable?
'Legendary Tales' is notable for helping to popularize symphonic power metal, contributing to the genre's rise during the late 1990s. The album received positive reviews for its intricate compositions and storytelling, ultimately leading to a dedicated fanbase and influencing subsequent bands in the scene. Released in 1997, 'Legendary Tales' is Rhapsody of Fire's debut album, marking the beginning of their ambitious fusion of power and symphonic metal. At this point in their career, the band was establishing a unique narrative-driven style that would define their future releases and influence the genre.
Who is Legendary Tales for?
Legendary Tales works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long immersive listening sessions and wave-like pacing experience.
How many songs are on Legendary Tales?
Legendary Tales has 10 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ira Tenax 1:13
- 2 Warrior of Ice Standout 5:58
- 3 Rage of the Winter Standout 6:12
- 4 Forest of Unicorns 3:24
- 5 Flames of Revenge 5:34
- 6 Virgin Skies 1:20
- 7 Land of Immortals 4:53
- 8 Echoes of Tragedy 3:32
- 9 Lord of the Thunder 5:34
- 10 Legendary Tales Standout 7:49
Release Date
October 27, 1997
Artist Origin
Italy
Runtime
45 min 34 sec
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