Legends is due this fall
Sabaton is ready to ignite a new era with the highly anticipated release of their 11th studio album, Legends. It arrives October 17th via Better Noise Music and marks the band’s label debut.
Throughout the aptly titled Legends, which blends rock and history for fans of all ages, Sabaton delves into some of history’s greatest and most loved characters such as Jeanne D’arc (also known as Joan of Arc), Napoleon Bonaparte, Julius Caesar, and the legendary swordmaster Miyamoto Musashi.
To celebrate, the No. 1 metal giants have released two new digital singles, “The Duelist” and “Lightning at the Gates.” These follow the previously released “Templars” and “Hordes of Khan.”
Legends will be available across several physical formats and retailer exclusives including CD, 2 CD digibook, 2 CD earbook (both including the exclusive Storyteller Edition), 11 unique vinyl editions (each including a special vinyl color and exclusive artwork), additional exclusive vinyl colors and a limited box set with another exclusive vinyl color, the 2 CD earbook, and a colored cassette as an exclusive format.
Amongst 11 unique vinyl editions, each one portraying one legendary figure, Legends will be available as the “Hannibal Edition” and the “Miyamoto Musashi Edition,” which are linked to today’s song releases for “Lightning at the Gates” (Hannibal) and “The Duelist” (Miyamoto Musashi).
The project is a rock odyssey that transcends time and borders, with melodic guitar riffs, goosebump-inducing choirs, and epic choruses. It marks a bold evolution in storytelling, plunging headfirst into the heart of history’s most formidable and enigmatic figures. These are not just rock songs. They are battle hymns carved from the blood and legacy of warriors, kings, strategists, and revolutionaries.
It marks the first time that every band member has come together to contribute to the songwriting process.
Sabaton has always written songs about historical battles, wars, and acts of heroism that have solidified their loyal and longtime fans. They’ve collaborated closely with their network of specialists, developed over the years since the launch of the Sabaton History Channel on YouTube, to make sure this new album is once again as close to reality as possible.
They continue to work with graphic artist Peter Sallai to create the striking album artwork, and producer Jonas Kjellgren is once again behind the boards from his Swedish Black Lounge Studios to create the classic Sabaton sound the band is now known for.
1. Templars
2. Hordes of Khan
3. A Tiger Among Dragons
4. Crossing the Rubicon
5. I, Emperor
6. Maid of Steel
7. Impaler
8. Lightning at the Gates
9. The Duelist
10. The Cycle of Songs
11. Till Seger
