The Book of Heavy Metal
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Musical analysis below is derived from the recommended version —7 tracks · 5:19
About this song
The Book of Heavy Metal by Dream Evil is in C minor (estimated), around 155 BPM, 4/4 time. This 7-track arrangement runs 5:19 (Distortion guitar, Electric bass (pick), Choir aahs, Lead 6 (voice), and Drums), with alternating verses and choruses and a solo. 3 versions available to play and practice.
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C4 – A5 · 21 semitones (~1.8 octaves)
About the key of C minor
C minor is the 8th most common key in our catalog. Its three core chords are Cm, Fm, and Gm.
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