Battle Hymns

Manowar

Battle Hymns

RELEASED: January 01, 1982
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. Death Tone 4:50 2. Metal Daze 4:20 3. Fast Taker 3:56 4. Shell Shock 4:05 5. Manowar 3:37 6. Dark Avenger 6:22 7. William’s Tale 1:52 8. Battle Hymn 6:56
Historical Archive
Battle Hymns is the debut studio album by American heavy metal band Manowar, released in 1982. The album is characterized by its powerful sound, anthemic choruses, and themes of mythology and battle. It laid the groundwork for the band's signature style, which combines elements of traditional heavy metal with operatic vocals and epic storytelling. Over the years, Battle Hymns has been celebrated for its influence on the heavy metal genre and has garnered a dedicated fanbase, solidifying Manowar's reputation as one of the pioneers of true metal.