2006, Nuclear Blast
Hammerfall's grandiose {heavy metal} posturing only narrowly avoids the type of self-parody exhibited by Manowar (for that matter, the bandmembers' outfits are only slightly less ridiculous than Manowar's swords-and-loincloths look). But fans of the genre probably won't care -- the band performs its soaring {power metal} anthems with spirit, dedication, and heroic execution on Crimson Thunder. This is pure classicism here; Hammerfall devotedly adheres to the genre guidelines of '80s {power metal}, without any attempts toward innovation. Includes an inspired cover version of Chastain's obscure Angel of Mercy and a rather pointless take on Kiss' already overdone Detroit Rock City.'~ Andy Hinds, All Music Guide
Tracklisting
Disc 1
| 1 | Riders of the storm |
| 2 | Hearts on fire |
| 3 | On the edge of honour |
| 4 | Crimson thunder |
| 5 | Dreams come true |
| 6 | The unforgiving blade |
| 7 | Lore of the arcane |
| 8 | Trailblazers |
| 9 | Angel of mercy |
| 10 | In memoriam |
| 11 | Hero's return |
| 12 | Rising force |
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