MANOWAR — Sign of the Hammer (review)

MANOWAR — Sign of the Hammer album cover Album · 1984 · US Power Metal Buy this album from MMA partners
5/5 ·
Warthur
It's a rare Manowar album that doesn't offer even a hint of oiled-up man-titty on the cover, but don't let Sign of the Hammer fool you - it isn't Manowar's NSBM album. Instead, it's a rip-roaring grab-bag of excellence from beginning to end, the Manowar crew proving that they can be every bit as epic and technically proficient (see for instance Guyana - Cult of the Damned) as those dudes in Iron Maiden. This is traditional heavy metal which will tickle the fancy of anyone who likes cheesy lyrical themes, but if you don't like glam metal or power metal, don't worry - this slice of 80s metal is traditional through and through, and loud as hell with it. It's a real eye-opener for me, that's for sure, and I won't be underestimating Manowar again after this.
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Warthur wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Oh, I do intend to give their other albums a try.

The man-titty image they've latched themselves onto probably hasn't done them many favours, but then again they've stuck to it for so long it'd be kind of a shame for them to drop it.
Time Signature wrote:
more than 2 years ago
I've heard only good things about their live shows, too.
bratus wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Of course, they look like narcissistic idiots on those pictures, BUT... I've been to many metal concerts, and I have to tell you imho Manowar is No. 1 live playing metal band by their performance, quality of the show and energy they charge you (even though it is not my most favorite type of music)... Still my advice is to give a try to Hail to England even if you find oiled-up man-titties on the cover))
Time Signature wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Gay body builders' delight :-P
UMUR wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Body builders delight!
Time Signature wrote:
more than 2 years ago
LOL @ "oiled-up man-titty"
bratus wrote:
more than 2 years ago
Try Hail to England ))

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