It was mostly written and composed by david defeis and edward pursino. Download virgin steele mp3 songs and albums music downloads. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell youtube. The marriage of heaven and hell can be understood in a variety of ways, but to get to the heart of its argument, it really helps to understand that blake wrote this in response to swedish philosopher emmanuel swedenborgs book heaven and hell. One thing i still find remarkable about the marriage of heaven and hell series is how both david defeis and edward pursino really come into their own here. The marriage of heaven and hell part two is the second album of these concept metal albums and if you ask me, definitely virgin steeles best. There are great tracks on here forever, and if youre not keen on listening to a 70 minute record, at least check out the best tracks.
The marriage of heaven and hell part one two discogs. The marriage of heaven and hell part ii was the seventh studio album by american power metal band virgin steele and it was the second of three albums in. Virgin steele song lyrics for album the marriage of heaven and hell part 1. Now is the dominion of edom and the return of adam into paradise see isaiah, chapters xxxiv and xxxv without contraries is no progression. Since the two albums are already pretty long, and since spv did not want to include a third disc, we were not able to add as many bonus tracks as we did on the life among the ruins, the age of consent or the noble. Spiritual marriage, by prophet francis kwateng duration. Just remember, your marriage is full of every blessing you can ever hope for, but it can only be released as you are willing to serve your spouse. Part ii changes virgin steele s sound for the better, using their new found musical appreciations to add onto their epic metal persona, rather than to contradict or contrast it.
It is the first part of a trilogy of concept albums, comprising also the marriage of heaven and hell part ii and invictus, about the relationship between humanity and divinity. They play what they call barbaricromantic metal, which is very symphonic and contains many elements from classical music. The 1st of a trilogy of concept albums, the marriage of heaven and hell part i is about the relationship between humanity and divinity plus the resulting. Virgin steele is a heavy metal band from new york, founded in 1981. We were born to defy, we were born to heed our own hearts call and our own voice. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell trail of tears. The marriage of heaven and hell part i is the sixth studio album by american power metal band virgin steele, released in 1995. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell part i and ii. As a new heaven is begun, and it is now thirtythree years since its advent. Virgin steele discography main the marriage of heaven and hell part one 1994 invictus 1998 virgin steele discography all the marriage of heaven and hell. Knowing god divine hour, by prophet francis kwateng. The marriage of heaven and hell questions and answers discover the community of teachers, mentors and students just like you that can answer any question you might have on the. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell, part one lyrics. Studio album the marriage of heaven and hell, part two.
Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell ii 1995. Virgin steele 1995 the marriage of heaven and hell part two. Virgin steele discography main life among the ruins 1993 the marriage of heaven and hell part two 1995 virgin steele discography all life among the ruins 1993 the marriage of heaven and hell part two 1995. Jan, 2016 our marriage has been resurrected and we are so happy, she said as her husband smiled at me. Bandleader david defeis describes the music as from a whisper to a scream, barbaric, romantic, bombastic, yet subtle, grandiose, yet earthy. I downloaded it, listened to it and thought, hey, this is pretty good indeed. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell part two. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell discogs. Combine that with a slightly epic approach and powerful singing then you get an idea of what to expect from virgin steele s the marriage of heaven and hell part 1.
Many of the songs are well written and rather melodic. Virgin steele discography main the marriage of heaven and hell part one 1994 invictus 1998 virgin steele discography all the marriage of heaven and hell part one 1994 through blood and fire 1998. The albums and band still endure, making these reissues some of the best finds of the year. Virgin steele lyrics the marriage of heaven and hell. David defeis terms his music as barbaricromantic and while thats one term im still not too fond of, id rather refer virgin steeles mid era as an era where one can masculine and feminine aspects in their sound. Part ii 1995 youtube virgin steele the house of atreus act i 1999 duration. Every song is good, its just that not every one stands out. The songs of the album do not follow a storyline, but they were inspired by religion.
The marriage of heaven and hell part two by virgin steele. The marriage of heaven and hell also sketches blakes unusual, if not heterodox, vision of jesus christ. I will come for you, weeping of the spirits, blood and gasoline, self crucifixion, last supper, warriors lament, trail of tears, the raven song, forever will i roam, i wake up screaming, house of dust, blood of the saints, life among the ruins, the marriage of heaven and hell. In conclusion, virgin steele s marriage of heaven and hell i is a great record. Massively unhip, probably a bit too on the dramatic side for relative newbies to the powermelodic metal fold, virgin steele offered up their two defining moments via the marriage of heaven and hell part i and ii.
Its a good reminder to all of us not to be selfish. The marriage of heaven and hell notes same as the 1999 reiussue, except the part of the label at the bottom of the back cover, in 1994 modern music records, in 1999 sanctuary records. Blake sees christ as an incarnation of the eternal logos or word, but one that is at odds. The marriage of heaven and hell part ii was the seventh studio album by american power metal band virgin steele and it was the second of three albums in the marriage of heaven and hell series. Virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell part one. Instead, the marriage of heaven and hell part one is the most down to earth of these concept albums. The road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom is also seen printed out and displayed in one of the scenes of david cronenberg s 1975 film shivers. Part i 1994 youtube crimson glory crimson glory full album duration. Virgin steele discography misc hymns to victory 2001. Apr 08, 2010 virgin steele the marriage of heaven and hell trail of tears.
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