HammerFall is a Swedish power/heavy metal band founded by guitarist Oscar Dronjak; debut album Glory to the Brave (1997) helped revive 80s-style power metal. They are known for anthem-like choruses, consistent songwriting and a divisive reception among critics.

Founded by guitarist Oscar Dronjak; debut album released in 1997 (Glory to the Brave); associated genres: power metal and heavy metal.

DeBaser reviews paint HammerFall as a quintessential power-metal act: beloved for anthem-like choruses and consistency, criticized for lack of innovation. Early albums like Glory to the Brave are highly praised; later records divide opinion. Live releases and anniversary shows get positive notes for crowd-pleasing energy.

For:Fans of classic power metal, listeners who enjoy anthem-driven choruses and live crowd-pleasers.

 

"Once you've heard one power metal song, you've heard them all!" Oh no, wait a minute.

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I have no words to define this new release from Hammerfall... really.

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"Glory to the brave" is the first unforgettable masterpiece by Hammerfall released in 1997, marking the revival of the 80's power, bringing freshness to the genre and reintroducing the sounds of unforgettable bands like Warlord, Helloween, and partly Blind Guardian.

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The group we're talking about is Hammerfall, those German clowns who can't playand every song they make is boring.

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