A Sultans Ransom

by Cloven Hoof

A Sultans Ransom cover art

Moving beyond their gritty NWOBHM origins, Cloven Hoof delivered a remarkably polished, technically proficient masterclass in power metal. 'A Sultans Ransom' is characterized by soaring, theatrical vocals from Russ North and intricately melodic, twin-guitar riffing. Despite the high quality of the songwriting, the band fell victim to label issues and disbanded shortly after its release, securing the record's status as a lost classic.

Genres

  • Heavy Metal
  • Power Metal
  • US Power Metal

Tracklist

  1. Astral Rider
  2. Forgotten Heroes
  3. D.V.R.
  4. Jekyll and Hyde
  5. 1001 Nights
  6. Silver Surfer
  7. Notre Dame
  8. Mad, Mad World
  9. Highlander
  10. Mistress of the Forest