Top 10 Best Stratovarius Songs
That surge when the double-kick drums start pounding, the keyboards start swirling like a solar flare, and the guitar shreds its way into your bloodstream. Stratovarius doesn't ease you in. They launch you headfirst into high-speed, high-drama symphonic metal like it's an Olympic sport.
From soaring choruses to lightning-speed solos, this Finnish juggernaut has been bending the laws of melody and velocity since the late '80s. If you've ever caught yourself air-guitaring to a ten-minute epic or screaming along to a chorus so uplifting it could raise the dead, then you're in the right place.
This list is for the fans who know that "epic" isn't just a genre tag. It's a lifestyle. Vote for the tracks that light you up, the ones that punch the air right out of your lungs. Whether you're into the old-school anthems, the long-form mind-benders, or the newer gems, your votes help shape the playlist future fans will thank you for discovering.
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Black Diamond
The coolest opening ever, taken from a very famous piece of classical music!
Wonderful opening, and also the lyrics.
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Elysium
The last five minutes could be the best in Stratovarius' entire discography. Elysium is one of the rare songs that could be mistaken for a Dream Theater prog-metal suite, which is a great achievement in my opinion.
Epic song! The longest of Stratovarius. Perfect escalation of feelings, makes great images, and I think it's completely underrated up to now.
Being a guy that is used to shorter songs, I first doubted this song. And then I listened to it. Best decision ever.
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Destiny
So take a look at yourself and tell me what do you see. A wolf in clothes of the lamb? Do I need to say something about it?
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Eagleheart
When I heard this song for the first time, I knew that Stratovarius would always be my favorite band.
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Hunting High and Low
Whenever I feel depressed, this song always makes me feel empowered and to never give up.
Should be #1. This song helps me to make a million dollars every month!
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4000 Rainy Nights
One of the songs that does not talk about the environment or Earth or something like that.
This song is great! I love it so much! One of the first metal ballads I've heard.
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Unbreakable
This is a masterpiece! I can say only these words.
My favorite song - just a perfect thing!
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Shine In the Dark
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Paradise
Nice song. Pleasure to my ear and soul.
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The Kiss of Judas
Oh, The Kiss of Judas, what can I say? Yes, it's the opener of Visions, Stratovarius' best album. But it's not just the best Stratovarius song, it's the best-sounding song in power metal. So, why is it so low?
What a song! Wow. Excellence at its finest.
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Lost Without a Trace
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Venus in the Morning
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Future Shock
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Stratosphere
The guitar at the same time with the strings at a crazy pace. This song is the best.
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Elements
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Forever
Yesterday meets Dust in the Wind. One of the best ballads of all time!
So sweet, it makes me want to cry when I listen to this. Just like my childhood is right here in front of my eyes. I can see them all, the green fields, the sun, what a lovely song!
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Maniac Dance
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Abyss
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We are the Future
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Infinity
Something about this song is just epic. It makes me want to listen to it again and again, and afterwards I had to ask myself, "Where do I go from here?" Choosing a song to enjoy after that was very difficult.
Probably my personal favorite. Pure nostalgia, since I was around 10 years old and used to repeat the song over and over again.
One of the most bombastic and powerful songs made by the band!
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Stratofortress
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Infernal Maze
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Dreamspace
This is a song that takes your breath away with its dark atmosphere and shifting moods. Very powerful!
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Fantasia
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Halcyon Days
A fast, heavy song with an outstanding chorus!
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Speed of Light
Epic riff, rapid-fire solo. Great technicality and vocals. My favorite Stratovarius song!
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Move the Mountain
