MAJESTY
- Own the Crown
Massacre
Records
Released in September 2011, Majesty's "Own the
Crown" compilation marked a significant moment for the German heavy metal
band. This double-CD set, priced comparably to a single album, offered over two
hours of material, aiming to provide substantial value to listeners.
Majesty, a band that initially gained recognition with
their self-released debut "Keep It True," cultivated a reputation for
delivering traditional heavy metal. Their sound was characterized by a
straightforward approach, often described by fans as embodying the core tenets
of the genre. In 2008, the band underwent a transformation, rebranding as
Metalforce. While the name changed, the musical direction of Metalforce largely
maintained stylistic similarities to Majesty's earlier work. After a three-year
period operating as Metalforce, the group reverted to the Majesty moniker, with
"Own the Crown" serving as a celebratory release for this return.
The compilation's tracklist encompasses a breadth of
the band's material. It features a selection of previously released songs,
alongside a notable inclusion of unreleased tracks and re-recorded versions of
older material. A particularly significant component of "Own the
Crown" is the inclusion of the band's 1998 demo tape, which had previously
been available only in limited, early formats. This addition provides
historical context to the band's origins for those interested in their complete
discography.
"Own the Crown" primarily targets an
audience familiar with or interested in traditional heavy metal. Its extensive
content and the inclusion of rare material position it as a comprehensive
overview of Majesty's output up to that point.
Nick Parastatidis
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