Manowar Album: “The Triumph of Steel”

I've only heard every album preceding this so far (except Sign of the Hammer). But unless Warriors of the World is the most kick-ass Manowar album I'll ever hear this is by far their best. The production is bigger than the early-eighties albums. But the mtv-leanings that the last two albums had with songs like "Blow your Speakers" and "Kings of Metal" are gone. Instead the best elements of both those times, the purely medieval focus of Hail to England and the cleaner production of Fighting the World are combined in Triumph of Steel for the best Manowar album I've heard. All the songs are great but the best is Spirit Horse of the Cherokee (even though it is a pretty stereotypical view of Native Americans). Anyway if any Manowar album is worth your money, it would be this one.

In my opinion, this is the greatest Heavy Metal album of

all time! It has the raw power, metal intensity, and the

driving force that makes "Manowars" music so magical. If

you're looking for a true form of metal unaffected by the

trends of the modern music industry, this is it! This is

their most technical and detailed album to date. I love

the innovation of "Rhinos" drumwork, the double bass is

some of the fastest I've ever heard! I wish "Scott" played

more like him.And "Eric", well once again he is spectacular!

"Joeys" production abilities really come to light on this

album as well as his musical abilities.

This album will take you on a long journey into the world

So for all you new-wave rap metal fans, step out of your

Manowar is looked upon as godly(the fans are hardcore, more than just about any group you can think of)or thought of as heavy metal's biggest joke. This was my first taste of Manowar back in the day, and I was a little confused about it at first. I wasn't sure if they were trying to be funny or not. Well, since I got more into them over the years I know that these guys are dead serious about what they're doing. They're music and image is extremely cornball, I would hope even the most hardcore fan could admit to seeing a bit of humor in it all. But to me, that's all a part of what makes Manowar Manowar. These guys are the epitome of male ma-cheese-mo; I mean, they're the total embodiment of tough guy-Conan-badass-motorcycle riding-sexist-violent maleness taken to it's most extreme. It makes you want to strip down to your undies and run about the house wielding an invisible sword while munching on a giant turkey leg. And that's just the way they portray themselves. But, for all of this braggadocio these guys really do know how to play, they're not all about image. Eric Adams has one helluva voice though it sounds like he's straining too hard on the high notes. When you listen to his raspy high pitched scream, you can just envision him with a blue face, veins bulging, on the verge of his head exploding. That's a singer. So, say what you want about them, but there's only one Manowar. If you're curious, it wouldn't hurt to give this album a spin. I would think most heavy metal fans will get something out of Manowar, even if it is only a good laugh. I think you'd have to be a real stiff to wholeheartedly say that you "hate" them, but there are certainly many out there who do. However, there isn't one group in existence that isn't hated by someone somewhere. So, give these guys a shot; For better or worse, you'll always remember them.

Manowar is the ultimate viking battle music, dont believe all these people who are writing long reviews which ultimately say nothing in the end, manowar is and always have been a true and honest band. Hard hitting stuff that gets right to the point. True fans love it others complain in other words its up to you. Personally this is one of their best albums not to be missed. I say buy it and enjoy it, dont gloat over it likes theres no tommorow.

Manowar is Powerful. Their Best album ever made. The kings of Metal sticks because they will change for nobody! Manowar is and are the Metal Masters. These guys know how to put out great material into their songs. Manowar will always be my Metal king. Best song on the album is Metal Warriors of course, but The Burning is 2nd place, as for 3rd Power of thy Sword. Hail Manowar. Death to false Metal!!!