Keeper of the Seven Keys, Vol. 1

by Helloween

Overview

Influenced by Iron Maiden and Judas Priest, Helloween specialized in blistering yet melodic heavy metal with a strong gothic orientation. On Keeper of the Seven Keys, Pt. 1 (arguably Helloween's best album), lead vocalist Michael Kiske has no problem singing in a high, ear-splitting pitch -- often demonstrating just how great an impact Rob Halford has had on him. Although Helloween was never in a class with either Priest or Maiden, this very conceptual album is competent, enjoyable, and generally well done. There are no hormone-driven odes to women in tight dresses (a recurring theme in metal and hard rock) on Keeper; from "Future World" to "Twilight of the Gods," Helloween sticks to the type of gothic, fantasy-oriented lyrics it was known for. Helloween's contributions to metal were never outstanding, but as Keeper showcases, the band did have its moment. ~ Alex Henderson

Product Details

Release Date:	07/26/2024
Label:	Sanctuary Records
UPC:	4099964053852
Rank:	186292

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Helloween   Primary Artist
Halloween   Primary Artist
Ingo Schwichtenberg   Drums
Michael Weikath   Guitar,Vocals,Vocals (Background)
Tommy Hansen   Emulator
Markus Grosskopf   Bass,Vocals (Background)
Karl Hansen   Guitar,Vocals (Background)
Kai Hansen   Guitar,Vocals (Background)
Michael Kiske   Vocals

Technical Credits

Tommy Newton   Producer,Engineer
Michael Weikath   Composer,Lyricist
Tommy Hansen   Mixing,Engineer,Producer
Helloween   Arranger,Remix Engineer
Michael Welkath   Composer
Limb   Artwork,Concept Design,Cover Art Concept
Uwe Karczewski   Cover Design
Edda Karczewski   Cover Design
Karl Hansen   Cover Art Concept
Eddie Kramer   Producer
Kai Hansen   Composer,Lyricist
Michael Kiske   Composer
Juergen Muller   Photography
Paul Christensen   Composer,Lyricist
Anthrax   Producer