The Warning

by Queensryche

Overview

1984's The Warning proved to be a holding pattern for Seattle's Queensryche, offering quality classic metal with lyrics tending to the mystical and occult. The band would soon embark on a massive creative growth spurt, but they seem to be treading water on tracks like "En Force," "Sanctuary," and the pedestrian title cut. Bright spots include the technology nightmare portrayed on "N M 156" and the nine-minute epic "Roads to Madness," where singer Geoff Tate demonstrates all of his incredible range. The album's high point comes with the anthemic "Take Hold of the Flame," which became a monster smash worldwide, especially in Japan. [The 2003 reissue features remastered sound and three bonus tracks, two of them live.] ~ Eduardo Rivadavia

Product Details

Release Date:	05/06/2003
Label:	Capitol
UPC:	0724358052725
Rank:	1036

Tracks

1. Warning
2. En Force
3. Deliverance
4. No Sanctuary
5. N M 156
6. Take Hold of the Flame
7. Before the Storm
8. Child of the Fire
9. Roads to Madness
10. Prophecy
11. The Lady Wore Black
12. Take Hold of the Flame

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Queensryche   Primary Artist
Michael Kamen   Guest Artist,Conductor

Technical Credits

Michael Kamen   Arranger
Richard Bosworth   Mixing Assistant
Michael Wilton   Composer
James Guthrie   Producer
Chris DeGarmo   Composer
Geoff Tate   Composer