@@darrenk.2344 yes it is it rocks I was rockin out some kids came over and asked me who was that bad ass song I don’t them sabotage hall of the mountain king they you tuned it right then and started rockin out
Criss Oliva OMG! Probably the most underrated guitar player in metal history. Like Randy, taken from us way too soon. Ranks right up there with the very best.
You think about this:Savatage, if you really listen to them closely, tend to remind you of Ozzy, at least in the way they did their music. They're definitely Heavy Metal, of course, but they don't sound like any of "The Big Four" (That being, of course, Anthrax, Megadeth, Metallica, or Slayer). Savatage were never THAT heavy, but they were still Heavy Metal. Over the years, we've seen different styles of Metal come along, but nothing-NOTHING!!!-beats the classic sound of what I call regular, old-fashioned, Heavy Metal!
Probably he's the reason I took my guitar & Smashed it to a billion pieces I could never play like that man if practiced for the next 50 years. My personal opinion he's one of the most underrated guitarists I've ever heard. This the pinnacle of heavy metal!!! JEALOUS that's me😩🤐😟
I remember seeing them on their Dungeons Are Calling era tour at L'Amours in Brooklyn or at City Gardens in Trenton where they played with Testament and Nuclear Assault. I always made sure I was on the left of the stage where Cris would usually be, sitting with my mouth wide open and in a trance like state. I've seen some great guitarist in my club days but Cris was just one of my favorites. It's hard to believe it's been nearly 30 years that the metal community lost a true icon.
Greatest song of all time imo. I have always loved this song. It's absolutely perfect in every way. Song is excellent, band is excellent, cheesy but in a fun way. The singer should be a stage actor with that level of theatrics, perfect voice, cool riffs, amazing Guitarist RIP. What isn't there to like about this song?
@theaterdream One of those brothers are still alive. Jon is simply producing and directing, but he's still having an impact on today's music industry....
Criss reportedly used to practice his guitar for 8-10 hours everyday when he was a boy. That's why he became one of the greatest heavy metal guitarists of all time and accomplished so much in his all too short life.
most don't realize before they were Savatage they were called Avatar and I have the ep too which became half Sirens and the other half The Dungeons Are Calling and most think Sirens was their 1st album and it wasn't The Dungeons Are Calling was and i own everything from them and got to meet Jon Oliva from Jon Olivas Pain and he's a sweet quiet awesome man and Jon Olivas Pain was waaaay before TSO was even thought of
Nah. I even bought a loud system so I can boom it louder than the other guy sitting at the stop light listening to hip hop. And I’m 51 so. Been listening to Savatage since Dungeons. Pantera probably has the best sound quality for kickers at a red light because of the legendary Terry dates produced Vinny kick. But Savatage is on heavy rotation with a few others on Apple Music
Saw these guys when they opened up for DIO back in the 80's. Criss dying in that accident was a tragedy. Definitely one of the great bands from Florida.
Possibly the ALL TIME BEST metal song....I never get tired of this song...Funny how the Dwarf running around is supposed to be so cutting edge and intriguing....
SAVATAGE.....one of the greatest group of artists back in the day. Still play their music from time to time. Unique with a great lead voice and strong guitar work....Classic metal..!
RIP Criss Oliva. I remember buying the Sirens album with the original black/blue cover on Par records back when it first came out. No debut album has ever blown me away like that one, and that was 34 years ago, when most independent releases suffered from poor production values. Production on Sirens was raw, but there was no denying the talent of this band. Me and my friends KNEW Criss Oliva's name because he riffed with total style and just shredded in all the right ways without forgetting the song itself. Thank you for posting this video. A great reminder of a great band and an all-time great guitarist that much of the younger generation never got to hear. RIP Criss.
I was supposed to outgrow this music, according to my elders. I crave it like my body craves water. The Oliva Brothers live rent free proudly in my mind and heart and soul. Jon Oliva, sending strength your way. I was blessed with extra. 💜
The most underrated band ever and the nicest guys. I saw them with my buddy in Tucson Az in the early 90s. The came sat with us about an hour bull shitting about music before they got on stage.
First time I ever heard this in the 80's was one magical night at Lake Mead while watching (from a safe distance) a tremendous lightning storm on the Arizona side, and slamming beers, I was watching the "light show" from the Nevada side of the lake. this song went with the lightning absolutely perfectly.
Noone in the entire world had ever heard anything even remotely like Savatage! God bless Jon Olivia! This dude created modern metal. WTF!!!? Dare to argue with me.
When I first heard them I was confused as hell. Why is this mainstream band playing Savatage tunes? TS Who? And then I figured it out. I love that they made a huge success but it still chaps me from time to time that Savatage doesn't get credit.
when i heard sirens...man i was hooked..those guitar riffs were freaking awesome...vocals ah man..nothing i had heard bfore....just incredible band....im 56 n still dis band kills it everytime.....cris... u still rock brother....Rip
When this came out and hit headbangers ball on MTV back in the day. Opening guitar work after the wind and thunder. Grabbed you and even late night, slapped you awake. Vocals in. Right mix of melodic with some crunch and grit to it. Like a fave right at the amusement park. It had you wanting to enjoy this ride again and again!
Yes!!!! Those were the days. Staying up late, getting ready to hit record and catch any cool videos they might play. They always played one or two every episode that were super heavy or thrashy. I still have some tapes somewhere!!!
Used to go see them in the 80's at Mr. T's Club 19 in Tampa. Actually Club 19 was in Clearwater. You had to get there super early if you wanted to get in when they were there. They had a massive local following. To see them live was amazing to say the least. Man, Jon could sing...
Such a great band. I still remember watching this video when it premiered on MTV back in the '80s. They always reminded me of the Dio era Black Sabbath albums.
The lyrics and instrumentation of this song are perfection! This music speaks to all whoever to rock! Gutter ballet is a killer album! I have been listening for 30 years and will till the day I die! Rock never dies!
How can you NOT LOVE "SAVATAGE 🤘 THEY ARE TRULY A LEGENDARY FLORIDA METAL BAND! Great to hear him sing Painted skies with former Crimson Glory singer the late ( MIDNIGHT)R.I.P. JPM
I heard this song come on SiriusXM back in 2014 and instantly knew this band was something special. I just wish i had heard it much sooner. I was a 90's kid and will be sure my kids know this band as well.
Directed by the late great Mick Rock. The same dude who shot Bowie and directed all of his early videos. He’s the man also responsible for shooting the iconic image of Queen that would grace the sleeve of Queen II and later inspired the promo video of Bohemian Rhapsody.
![Savatage - Edge Of Thorns (Official Music Video) [HD]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/xHNVK9NY4JE/mqdefault.jpg)
Let's keep introducing this metal gem to the new generations. Don't let it die.
Another 80s kid.
I am a 2005 kid and listening savatage is still alive
Dad always hammered this band into my head.
I was born in 96. My parents and games like guitar hero and Brutal Legend introduced me to rock.
I just heard it this week. And then heard it another 1000 times. And now my voice might be going out
Power Metal
It's 2022 and Savatage still sounds amazing.
Yes definitely
One of my favorite bands.
One of the bands that ignited my lifelong love of heavy metal \m/ \m/
So true CBChamberlain
Still waiting for the Mountain King to call us home.
That Savatage cassette is the most valuable piece in the treasure chest
Literally that thing is as rare as rocking horse shit.
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@@zedddddfulI have the cassette, the CD and vinyl and I would never sell them.
@@darrenk.2344 yes it is it rocks I was rockin out some kids came over and asked me who was that bad ass song I don’t them sabotage hall of the mountain king they you tuned it right then and started rockin out
The tape is probably in bad shape on account of all the rewinding.
Savatage is criminally underrated. Criss was one heck of a guitar player!!!
Criss Oliva OMG! Probably the most underrated guitar player in metal history. Like Randy, taken from us way too soon. Ranks right up there with the very best.
Along with Chuck of Death..
@@vanityrage1984 Chuck isn't underrated. He's good, but he's definitely not underrated.
You think about this:Savatage, if you really listen to them closely, tend to remind you of Ozzy, at least in the way they did their music. They're definitely Heavy Metal, of course, but they don't sound like any of "The Big Four" (That being, of course, Anthrax, Megadeth, Metallica, or Slayer). Savatage were never THAT heavy, but they were still Heavy Metal.
Over the years, we've seen different styles of Metal come along, but nothing-NOTHING!!!-beats the classic sound of what I call regular, old-fashioned, Heavy Metal!
Probably he's the reason I took my guitar & Smashed it to a billion pieces I could never play like that man if practiced for the next 50 years. My personal opinion he's one of the most underrated guitarists I've ever heard. This the pinnacle of heavy metal!!! JEALOUS that's me😩🤐😟
I remember seeing them on their Dungeons Are Calling era tour at L'Amours in Brooklyn or at City Gardens in Trenton where they played with Testament and Nuclear Assault. I always made sure I was on the left of the stage where Cris would usually be, sitting with my mouth wide open and in a trance like state. I've seen some great guitarist in my club days but Cris was just one of my favorites. It's hard to believe it's been nearly 30 years that the metal community lost a true icon.
0:46 - Absolutely a killer guitar tone! Dark and totally awesome. We miss you Criss!
👌
Who's listening to this in 2023? This girl is!! Fucken awesome song
I definitely am!!
Me. Tee-hee!!!
2024 here.
I’m still in the hall of the MMOUNtain king. 2024. \m/
Let's rock baby!!
Greatest song of all time imo. I have always loved this song. It's absolutely perfect in every way. Song is excellent, band is excellent, cheesy but in a fun way. The singer should be a stage actor with that level of theatrics, perfect voice, cool riffs, amazing Guitarist RIP. What isn't there to like about this song?
mitch mclean Savatage rules!!!!
mitch mclean Cheese but very metal...remembers Sirens. 80's metal is great, the videos get a little bit dated and cheese, bit thats ok.
That song is the opposite of perfect. If you endorse this, you are a simpleton.
Relax my man hs wtf?@@ignoramustrueface
@@davidgardiner4620 you relax
Truly one of the best metal songs of the 80’s.
Damn those Oliva brothers were gifted with incredible musicianship, weren’t they?
Jon is one of the original founders of Trans Siberian Orchestra and tours with them.
@theaterdream One of those brothers are still alive. Jon is simply producing and directing, but he's still having an impact on today's music industry....
Criss reportedly used to practice his guitar for 8-10 hours everyday when he was a boy. That's why he became one of the greatest heavy metal guitarists of all time and accomplished so much in his all too short life.
most don't realize before they were Savatage they were called Avatar and I have the ep too which became half Sirens and the other half The Dungeons Are Calling and most think Sirens was their 1st album and it wasn't The Dungeons Are Calling was and i own everything from them and got to meet Jon Oliva from Jon Olivas Pain and he's a sweet quiet awesome man and Jon Olivas Pain was waaaay before TSO was even thought of
@@darkshad0wz69 Sirens came out a year before Dungeons are Calling. Anyways, Dungeons was an EP, not an official studio album.
This band is one of the best there ever was. I grew up listening to these guys, and still do. Everyone said I would grow out of it, ha!
You never get tired of grow out of good music
Who the hell told you that? Fuck those idiots
Probably the most underrated band of the era.
My first Savatage's song was about 25 years ago. I am still loving it.
Nah. I even bought a loud system so I can boom it louder than the other guy sitting at the stop light listening to hip hop. And I’m 51 so. Been listening to Savatage since Dungeons. Pantera probably has the best sound quality for kickers at a red light because of the legendary Terry dates produced Vinny kick. But Savatage is on heavy rotation with a few others on Apple Music
2019? Hall of the mountain king standing the test of time 🤘🤘
Sounding as good as it ever did. \m/\m/
Was there ever a doubt?
The Gods made Heavy Metal & they saw that it was good.
no 2020
Eternal
One of the greatest metal songs ever,just fantastic musicians ,rip chris
one of the greatest metal albums of all time !
That Riff before the solo is absolutely insane Bada$$
Savatage kicks ass. 62 years old.. Still rocking.. Greetings from South Africa !!
Saw these guys when they opened up for DIO back in the 80's. Criss dying in that accident was a tragedy. Definitely one of the great bands from Florida.
That was my first concert. Saw them in long Beach.
Rock on John
and his killer served like a year wtf
I saw that tour too! Nassau Colosseum with Megadeth and Dio!
LEGEND
Possibly the ALL TIME BEST metal song....I never get tired of this song...Funny how the Dwarf running around is supposed to be so cutting edge and intriguing....
@dquinn8344
Bro, it’s mysterious
Criss was so ahead of his time. To bad it he as taken from us. RIP Brother.
+TheDeadWinterDead Totally! Criss along with Rhoads and Hendrix is one of the most saddest and frustrating guitarist deaths.
And now Paul. R.I.P. Paul. You are sadly missed!
Chris will be back.
The good die too young.
T HE BEST FRUIT GETS PICKED FIRST
SAVATAGE.....one of the greatest group of artists back in the day. Still play their music from time to time. Unique with a great lead voice and strong guitar work....Classic metal..!
Florida metal represent!! 🤙
It's Feb 1, 2024 and I just heard for the first time that I know of. It's good.
it's fucking good !
This song got me into Metal. Was watching Headbangers Ball for the first time and caught this gem. ❤️🤘🏽
This is the last song Vinnie Paul and Dimebag listened to before they hit the stage 8th December 2004. Krank that too 11!!!!
RIP Criss Oliva. I remember buying the Sirens album with the original black/blue cover on Par records back when it first came out. No debut album has ever blown me away like that one, and that was 34 years ago, when most independent releases suffered from poor production values. Production on Sirens was raw, but there was no denying the talent of this band. Me and my friends KNEW Criss Oliva's name because he riffed with total style and just shredded in all the right ways without forgetting the song itself. Thank you for posting this video. A great reminder of a great band and an all-time great guitarist that much of the younger generation never got to hear. RIP Criss.
Mark Boyd lucky one , first version is rare , wish i had the blue vinyl press :-)
and his killer served like a year wtf
I bought the Sirens tape it was green then I got The Dungeons are calling on Caroline label .
One of the greatest albums of all time
This is the pure definition of heavy metal.
I love those old 80's rock videos.
A MASTERPIECE - these bands today cannot come close to matching the old-school....
Your 100% right
It's an era gone forever dude
@Char Aznable Wrong. You're dead wrong.
@@jonburbridge2968 History repeats, and considering metal is by all respects the rebirth of classical that applies to music too.
@@azazelreeds Your statement is all opinion
Hall of the mountain king is my favorite song ever since I was 13 years old and I am 50 years old now. Rock on mountain king 🏛🔥🔥☄🌠
Discovering new old music in 2024. Love it. Awwww yeahhhh
The playing style of Criss Oliva is so ahead of its time
Talk about an underrated , unappreciated band...this bans is a perfect example of that...they're fuking awesome
I was supposed to outgrow this music, according to my elders. I crave it like my body craves water. The Oliva Brothers live rent free proudly in my mind and heart and soul. Jon Oliva, sending strength your way. I was blessed with extra. 💜
Brutal legend brought me here
A true METAL masterpiece!!!
Best Savatage's album. You don't need to play fast or even thrash, death or black metal to be Heavy... You just need to be "You"...
working on a video of Laughs in Metal, also will be talking about that Savatage is going to be coming out with a New Album in 2024
Incredible masterpiece. Long live Savatage!!!
freakin' love this song. the vocal is powerful yet super catchy.
The most underrated band ever and the nicest guys. I saw them with my buddy in Tucson Az in the early 90s. The came sat with us about an hour bull shitting about music before they got on stage.
That´s real music......yeeaah
instant 80s memories came roaring back. I frickin love this song..
I saw this tour while living in Germany. If I remember correctly, Candle Mass opened up for them. Good times!!!!
Candlemass..Still going strong today :D
I saw it in Allentown PA. USA.Testament opened up for them and Nuclear Accept.👍👍👍✌️
That would've been sooooo dope. Candlemass and Savtage are the shit.
I saw I think that they opened up for DIO and Megadeth yeah saw theme in Dayton Ohio at HARRA Arena 84 or 85 bad ass show
Love this song and band! All incarnations of Savatage have had some truly amazing musicians!
First time I ever heard this in the 80's was one magical night at Lake Mead while watching (from a safe distance) a tremendous lightning storm on the Arizona side, and slamming beers, I was watching the "light show" from the Nevada side of the lake. this song went with the lightning absolutely perfectly.
2:30 One of the best transitions ever... and the laugh of Jon is simply crazy...
We adopted our son we got him when he was 9 months and this baby had this laugh he wasn't taught it he just had it
I remember listening to Savatage with my friends when we were around 12-13 years old! Was awesome.....and still is! 🤘
One of the Greatest Song in the History Ever Writen
Best video on Utube. Chris had it all. Riffs, phrasing, tone, riffs, style and more riffs.
He is sorely missed by those who know. RIP.
FLORIDA RULES!!
Why does Florida keep electing right wing fascist crackpots ?
Heavy metal was at its best during this period. Power style and fun . Never tire of music like this. Steve.
Definitely a Metal classic. I love this song a lot!
Saw them live in 1988 and they were amazing!
Noone in the entire world had ever heard anything even remotely like Savatage! God bless Jon Olivia! This dude created modern metal. WTF!!!? Dare to argue with me.
It’s 2023 and Savatage still sounds amazing.
Fun Fact: Jon Oliva is one of the principal producers of Trans Siberian Orchestra, famous for their Christmas concerts.
Well yeah, TSO is pretty much this band.
When I first heard them I was confused as hell. Why is this mainstream band playing Savatage tunes?
TS Who?
And then I figured it out. I love that they made a huge success but it still chaps me from time to time that Savatage doesn't get credit.
I have been to two TSO concerts in the past, and they always gave credit to, and promoted, Savatage when they played their songs.
PURE GENIUS
Been seeing tso every year since 2016
when i heard sirens...man i was hooked..those guitar riffs were freaking awesome...vocals ah man..nothing i had heard bfore....just incredible band....im 56 n still dis band kills it everytime.....cris... u still rock brother....Rip
Timeless CLASSIC
One of Obituary's influences!!!! I love this song always.
The most valuable treasure in the box: Savatage CD
Jon Oliva's voice ---> pure class! Love it! Great riff too by the way :)
The Voice - fantastic. All beastly
Criss Oliva... 30 years without you... RIP
When this came out and hit headbangers ball on MTV back in the day. Opening guitar work after the wind and thunder. Grabbed you and even late night, slapped you awake. Vocals in. Right mix of melodic with some crunch and grit to it. Like a fave right at the amusement park. It had you wanting to enjoy this ride again and again!
Leaving this here so when someone likes it it will remind me of this masterpiece
I wish I could like more than once lol
Headbangers Ball!!!
Era um programa de tv, de antigamente.
jasper426 It was from when they played music videos on television. I think several years ago I got lucky enough to see this on TV by chance
I still have the vhs tape of the night this video debut. It's about worn out, but it was Savatage on the Ball !!!!
Yes!!!! Those were the days. Staying up late, getting ready to hit record and catch any cool videos they might play. They always played one or two every episode that were super heavy or thrashy. I still have some tapes somewhere!!!
Yall are tell your age lol good times right there.Loved Headbangers Ball looked forward to that coming on
One of the greatest Bands ever!!!
And thanks to Ear Music for those awesome Vinyl Re-Releases!!!
RIP Chris!!!
Used to go see them in the 80's at Mr. T's Club 19 in Tampa. Actually Club 19 was in Clearwater. You had to get there super early if you wanted to get in when they were there. They had a massive local following. To see them live was amazing to say the least. Man, Jon could sing...
Savatage used to play Mr. T's club? That just might be the coolest damn thing I ever heard!
Not owned by the famous Mr. T though
Loved Mr. T's Club 19. Leather everywhere. I believe there is a Sam's club there now.
Good memories.
The Mighty Savatage 🤘🤘🤘🤘😎
This record and power of the night...2 of the greatest metal albums ever....Savy rules
Timeless masterpiece!!
R.I.P Criss Oliva
Such a great band. I still remember watching this video when it premiered on MTV back in the '80s. They always reminded me of the Dio era Black Sabbath albums.
Absolutely mate. Savatage is one of the best and most underrated bands of all time: ruclips.net/video/2eNBk7QrCeQ/видео.html
Vocally they remind me of loudness or EZO
One of the greatest metal tunes of all time I can't imagine how good Chris Oliva would have been nowadays! Legend's
Those clips of 80/90's has a nice atmosphere that no one "super câmera fucking HD" can give to us!
As I've always said. " Jon is the greatest singer ever!!!!!"
2023 still sounds badass
Just amazingly BAD ASS! Savatage will NEVER die!
One of the best metal songs written, the singing and musicianship is epic
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Criss!❤ Great band! One of my favorites to this day! xx
The ultimate song of Savatage. A song that I would like to blast out to the whole fucking world so that everyone's heads ring for days...
Best video of the 80s period
3:28 The official Savatage car alarm!!
Forever grateful my dad raised me on stuff like this 🤘
It's a crime I only learned of Savatage a couple of years ago, such a unique sound I've been craving, love it.
The lyrics and instrumentation of this song are perfection! This music speaks to all whoever to rock! Gutter ballet is a killer album! I have been listening for 30 years and will till the day I die! Rock never dies!
The Migthy Savatage 🤘
One of the best metal songs of all time. Period!
How can you NOT LOVE "SAVATAGE 🤘 THEY ARE TRULY A LEGENDARY FLORIDA METAL BAND! Great to hear him sing Painted skies with former Crimson Glory singer the late ( MIDNIGHT)R.I.P. JPM
❤Criss Oliva❤
"You were never one for waiting"
RIP
happy birthday and r.i,p criss oliva
...Back again in 2021 Hell Yes I Am ....Long Live Rock and Roll Baby ! ....
Loved this album. This and Strange Wings frickin' rule!!
And legions
Legions rules
Best band of all times
2024 and still loving this!
I heard this song come on SiriusXM back in 2014 and instantly knew this band was something special. I just wish i had heard it much sooner. I was a 90's kid and will be sure my kids know this band as well.
Эта вещь, как и сам альбом в целом, просто великолепны, браво-Savatage👍👍👍
Best Metal band ever, I miss the 1980.s.
Песня на все времена, классика. "Sirens" is great song too.
I seen them in 79
In mid 80s they were terrifying to metal bands
Cause they were original and powerful
Directed by the late great Mick Rock. The same dude who shot Bowie and directed all of his early videos. He’s the man also responsible for shooting the iconic image of Queen that would grace the sleeve of Queen II and later inspired the promo video of Bohemian Rhapsody.
I remember seeing this on the Head Bangers Ball more than thirty years ago,where has the time gone?