EDGUY age of the joker MICP-90052
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Artist = EDGUY
Title = age of the joker
Label = AVALON
Catalog# = MICP-90052
Barcode = 4527516011734
Release = JAPAN
Year = 2011
RPM =
Disc Size = 5"
Number of Discs = 2
Mono/Stereo = stereo
17trk, japanese limited 2cd edition includes six exclusive bonus tracks and a cover of slade's "cum on feel the noize".
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The Joker’s Game: Edguy’s ‘Age Of The Joker’ Limited Edition (MICP-90052)
Today’s entry spotlights the ninth studio album from German heavy metal heavyweights Edguy. We are looking at the 2011 Japanese limited edition pressing of “Age Of The Joker,” released on the Avalon label (Marquee Inc.) with the catalog number MICP-90052. This copy comes complete with its original obi strip.
Released on August 24, 2011, this album continued the band’s evolution away from pure power metal towards a more diverse, hard rock-oriented sound, drawing comparisons to frontman Tobias Sammet’s other project, Avantasia. While some fans of their earlier speed metal days might find the tempo more relaxed, “Age Of The Joker” is widely praised for its high-quality songwriting, catchy hooks, and mature production by Sascha Paeth.
The album opens with the epic 8-minute track “Robin Hood,” setting a theatrical tone. It explores various styles, from the folk-tinged “Rock Of Cashel” to the bluesy hard rock of “Pandora’s Box” and the infectious single “Two Out Of Seven.” It showcases a band comfortable in their skin, prioritizing strong melodies over sheer speed.
What makes this Japanese limited edition essential for collectors is the inclusion of a second bonus disc. This extra CD features valuable non-album tracks like “God Fallen Silent” and the quirky “Aleister Crowley Memorial Boogie,” along with a cover of Slade’s “Cum On Feel The Noize” and single edits. MICP-90052 is a comprehensive package capturing Edguy at a creative crossroads, delivering a polished and entertaining heavy metal experience.