[For Beginners] The Epic World of Symphonic Metal: A Collection of Popular and Classic Songs

Race of DestinyBare Infinity

Bare Infinity – Race of Destiny [Official Video]

A band from Greece.

The intro has a subtly cosmic feel that hooks you right away.

Perhaps to highlight the clear, airy tone of the female vocals, the playing is restrained outside of the solos, but during the solos they really shine, adding dynamic contrast to the track.

Walking On WaterTrond Holter

Jorn Lande & Trond Holter’s DRACULA “Swing Of Death” – Walking On Water

This is a track from the project album DRACULA “Swing Of Death” by Trond Holter and Jørn Lande.

Inspired by the story of Dracula, the work is modeled on the life of Vlad III.

Lande plays the role of Dracula, portraying his inner conflict and solitude.

Influenced by 1970s rock while incorporating a modern hard rock style, the song was released in Europe in January 2015 and in North America later that month.

The lyrics, told from Dracula’s perspective and centered on themes of power and domination, spark the listener’s imagination.

It’s a recommended track for power metal fans as well.

My ServantSinners Moon

Sinners Moon – My Servant (feat. Tony Kakko)

A band from Slovakia.

Above all, the presence of guest vocalist Tony Kakko (Sonata Arctica, etc.

) is significant.

It reminds you that catchy choruses are indeed a favorite of melodic speed and symphonic metal fans.

Crying of the SunMETALWINGS

METALWINGS – Crying of the Sun [OFFICIAL VIDEO]

A Bulgarian band.

Judging by the members’ outfits in the music video, this is spirited epic symphonic metal.

They make great use of their male–female twin vocals, and the harmonies in the chorus are very beautiful.

The instrumental performance is solid as well.

RuinsShade Empire

Shade Empire – Ruins (video edit version)

It opens with an epic, thrilling orchestral sound.

Then the brass-driven drum beat stirs the soul, and together with the strings, you’re drawn into a dark world.

The exotic melody in the latter half is also excellent.

Per Oculus AquilaEX DEO

EX DEO – Per Oculus Aquila (Official Lyric Video) | Napalm Records

The worldbuilding is themed around ancient Rome.

It’s a track where guttural death vocals roar over a dense sound featuring thick choruses and heavy guitars.

The solid, marching rhythm and tempo evoke the feeling of striding across a battlefield, stirring a sense of exhilaration.

White Crystal AngelFallen Arise

FALLEN ARISE – White Crystal Angel (OFFICIAL VIDEO)

A Greek band.

A song that starts with a sparkling intro that would suit a wedding.

The highlight is the use of death growls.

Many bands use them frequently as accents, but this track boldly reserves them only for the chorus.

It’s effective and gives the song a tight, focused feel.