Sabaton – Legends Album Review: 4000 Years of Historical Conflict

An extensive review and analysis of the heavy metal band Sabaton’s eleventh studio album, “Legends,” which marks a thematic shift away from their previous focus on the World Wars to instead cover historical figures and events spanning ancient history through the early modern period. Reviewers agree the album maintains the band’s signature bombastic power-metal sound, characterized by epic choruses, powerful drumming, and strong guitar work, but note the production is more refined and “epic” than previous efforts. The album explores subjects such as Julius Caesar, Joan of Arc, Napoleon Bonaparte, Genghis Khan, and Pharoah Senusret III, with critics highlighting several tracks like “Templars,” “I, Emperor,” and the Swedish-sung closer, “Till Seger,” as particular standouts. Furthermore, the texts mention that “Legends” is the band’s debut album for the label Better Noise Music and features active songwriting participation from all band members.