Graceful Inheritance
| Band | |
|---|---|
| Type | Album (Studio full-length) |
| Released | 1986 |
| Genres | Heavy Metal, Power Metal |
| Labels | Arkeyn Steel |
| Length | 46:19 |
| Ranked | #36 for 1986 , #3,950 all-time |
Album Photos (4)
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Graceful Inheritance Information
Track listing (Songs)
| title | rating | votes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Entrance | 0:38 | 75 | 1 | |
| 2. | Another Candle | 3:56 | 87.5 | 2 | |
| 3. | The Servant | 3:25 | 80 | 1 | |
| 4. | Tear Down the Walls | 4:34 | 80 | 1 | |
| 5. | Running From the Thunder | 2:59 | 80 | 1 | |
| 6. | The Cloak | 2:34 | 85 | 1 | |
| 7. | R.I.P. (live) | 4:59 | 80 | 1 | |
| 8. | Hands of Destiny | 3:27 | 80 | 1 | |
| 9. | Keeper of the Reign | 4:46 | 80 | 1 | |
| 10. | Dragon's Lair | 3:28 | 80 | 1 | |
| 11. | Masters of Invasion | 5:07 | 80 | 1 | |
| 12. | Nightmare | 2:41 | 85 | 1 | |
| 13. | A.N.D.... Drogro Lived On | 3:42 | 85 | 1 |
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Line-up (members)
- Vocals : Paul Davidson
- Guitar : Terry Gorle
- Bass : Derek Peace
- Drums : Raymond Black
"Graceful Inheritance" was a vinyl only release at first. Black Dragon released
"Graceful Inheritance" on CD in October 1986. It was the first CD ever released
by an Independent Label in Europe.
The 2000 reissue contains bonus tracks of Paul Davidson's recordings with the
band in early 1987, "Tomorrow Night" and "We, The People", with Mike Jackson on
keyboards, and Randy Nelson playing bass ... See More
"Graceful Inheritance" on CD in October 1986. It was the first CD ever released
by an Independent Label in Europe.
The 2000 reissue contains bonus tracks of Paul Davidson's recordings with the
band in early 1987, "Tomorrow Night" and "We, The People", with Mike Jackson on
keyboards, and Randy Nelson playing bass ... See More
Graceful Inheritance Lists
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Graceful Inheritance Reviews
(1)
Date : Apr 1, 2020
A mesmerizing album crafted with intense care and attention to detail. Every single instrument is easily audible, and each are following their own patterns, adding to the main mix without trailing mindlessly behind a set melody or rhythm. While the music isn’t incredibly technical, it is definitely rather progressive, and include a lot of changing qualities that sustain interest throughout the 13 track album (that was A LOT of songs for a metal band in ’86.)
I don’t agree with the Power Metal label on this one, as only the speedy Nightmare has the chops to back that title up. However, it’s very evident this album fosters a genuine medieval feel to it, from the lush but cheesy keys down to the slow gallop riffs that certainly would be Power Metal if played at double speed. It’s amazing how melodic this album is, and sounds a lot like what Savatage would later become (Savatage themselves popularized the whole piano and operatic elements in metal, but these guys were doing it way earlier!).
Overall, a fantastically complete package with no weak points, plenty of variety and precise craftsmanship.
I don’t agree with the Power Metal label on this one, as only the speedy Nightmare has the chops to back that title up. However, it’s very evident this album fosters a genuine medieval feel to it, from the lush but cheesy keys down to the slow gallop riffs that certainly would be Power Metal if played at double speed. It’s amazing how melodic this album is, and sounds a lot like what Savatage would later become (Savatage themselves popularized the whole piano and operatic elements in metal, but these guys were doing it way earlier!).
Overall, a fantastically complete package with no weak points, plenty of variety and precise craftsmanship.
Graceful Inheritance Comments
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Sep 24, 2023
This is basically awesome 80's epic Power/Heavy/Traditional Metal. So if your looking for an album easily superior to most newer releases in that genre then find this.
1 likeAug 20, 2018
opäť jedna z menej docenených kapiel. Kvalitný debut, štýlovo: Melodický Epický Heavy/Prog. Metal s kvalitným melodickým spevom a technicky vyspelým hudobným doprovodom
Heir Apparent Discography
| Album | Type | Release date | Rating | Votes | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ▶ Graceful Inheritance | Album | 1986 | 90 | 3 | 1 |
| One Small Voice | Album | 1989 | 88.3 | 3 | 0 |
| The View From Below | Album | Oct 15, 2018 | 91.7 | 3 | 1 |
