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Crimson Glory – The Roadrunner Years (Digipak 3CD Set)
Format | CD |
Label | DISSONANCE |
Availability | Available to order |
Release Date | 21/03/2025 |
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Originally formed in 1979 under the name Pierced Arrow, the band evolved into Beowulf in 1982 before finally settling on the name Crimson Glory with a stable lineup that included the powerful and enigmatic frontman Midnight. Standing out from the crowd, the band adopted a striking visual identity by wearing metallic masks, giving them an eerie and ethereal appearance.
Crimson Glory quickly gained recognition for their anthemic songwriting, which featured progressive harmonies and dramatic, high-pitched vocals. They toured internationally alongside Anthrax, Metallica, Queensrÿche, and Ozzy Osbourne. Their lead single “Lonely” from the album Transcendence became a hit and an MTV favorite. The album’s iconic artwork was also featured on the Japanese poster for the cult 1985 science fiction film ‘Lifeforce’.
In 1991, the band released Strange and Beautiful, featuring drummer Ravi Jakhotia, who later gained fame as DJ Ravidrums, performing with artists such as Ricky Martin and The Black Eyed Peas. This new release is complemented by liner notes from writer Darren Sadler, who conducted brand-new interviews with longtime bassist Jeff Lords and included rare photos and archival material from Lords’ personal collection.
Crimson Glory continue to tour and record to this day. Loudwire has ranked Transcendence at #15 in their ‘Top 25 Power Metal Albums of All Time’ list, noting that “Midnight possessed the most eardrum-shattering falsetto in heavy metal (yes, even outdoing the likes of King Diamond and Rob Halford).”
Collector’s Edition (31-track, 3-CD set): CD 1: The self-titled debut Crimson Glory (1986)
CD 2: The classic follow-up Transcendence (1988)
CD 3: Strange and Beautiful (1991)
CD1
1. Valhalla
2. Dragon Lady
3. Heart of Steel
4. Azrael
5. Mayday
6. Queen of the Masquerade
7. Angels of War
8. Lost Reflection
9. Dream Dancer
CD2
1. Lady of Winter
2. Red Sharks
3. Painted Skies
4. Masque of the Red Death
5. In Dark Places
6. Where Dragons Rule
7. Lonely
8. Burning Bridges
9. Eternal World
10. Transcendence
11. Lonely
CD3
1. Strange and Beautiful
2. Promise Land
3. Love and Dreams
4. The Chant
5. Dance On Fire
6. Song For Angels
7. In the Mood
8. Star Chamber
9. Deep Inside Your Heart
10. Make You Love Me
11. Far Away
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