This 1998 single preceded HammerFall's sophomore album "Legacy of Kings" by some months, offering a preview of the band's signature blend of epic choruses and driving riffs. It features two tracks: the title track and "Child of the Damned."
- The single was released by Nuclear Blast Records, a label known for its roster of power and speed metal bands.
- "Heeding the Call" charted at number 30 on the Swedish charts.
- The single was re-recorded for the band's second album, "Legacy of Kings," released later the same year.
HammerFall is a Swedish heavy metal band formed in 1993, best known for pioneering the style of melodic power metal that became known as "new" or "modern" power metal. In 1998, they were a relatively new band on the cusp of international fame, having just released their debut album "Glory to the Brave" the previous year.
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