Best Sonata Arctica Albums

The Finnish power metal band Sonata Arctica has produced a rich discography since their formation in 1995. Known for their melodic compositions and intricate lyrics, they have won fans worldwide with albums that range from early hits like Ecliptica to more recent releases like Talviyö.

Each album offers a unique listening experience, showcasing the band's evolution and their ability to experiment with different musical styles while staying true to their signature sound.

Please vote for which Sonata Arctica album you think is their best!
The Top Ten
Ecliptica

To me, this is their best work. It has the "truest" power metal sound, and I think the ballads, Letter to Dana and Replica, are among their best. The album has a nice balance and song variety, while still delivering plenty of speed, keyboard, and great harmonization.

Sonata Arctica is my favorite band! Ecliptica is the best, though it can be compared with Silence. Best songs: Mary Lou, Letter to Dana, FullMoon, and Picturing the Past. Other great songs: San Sebastian, Shy, and End of This Chapter.

FullMoon is my favorite Sonata Arctica song.

Reckoning Night

Bought this album and saw it live in concert. I'm on the Reckoning Night team for best Sonata Arctica album. It's completely listenable, and that ship goes quite far!

Epic album. Truly a masterpiece.

Silence

Why is this album ranked so low? Do people just not listen to it? Silence belongs up there with Ecliptica and Reckoning Night.

Winterheart's Guild
The Days of Grays
Unia

I enjoy nearly every song on this album. I'm not a big fan of power metal, but this album is an exception.

Pariah's Child

Underrated and unique.

Stones Grow Her Name
The Ninth Hour
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