Helloween – My God-Given Right (2015)
Released in 2015, My God-Given Right is a strong, melodic power metal album that reaffirms Helloween’s status as legends of the genre. Following Straight Out of Hell, the album continues the Andi Deris era, combining fast riffs, memorable choruses, and aggressive energy with modern production.
The album was released on May 29, 2015 via SPV/Steamhammer and features the lineup of Andi Deris (vocals), Michael Weikath (guitar), Sascha Gerstner (guitar), Markus Grosskopf (bass), and Dani Löble (drums).
Album Overview
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Artist: Helloween
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Album: My God-Given Right
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Release Date: May 29, 2015
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Genre: Power Metal, Heavy Metal
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Label: SPV/Steamhammer
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Producer: Charlie Bauerfeind
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Recording Studio: Mi Sueño Studios, Tenerife, Spain
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Album Length: 54:23
The album is celebrated for tight instrumentation, melodic solos, and energizing choruses, appealing to longtime fans and newcomers alike.
Tracklist
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Heroes
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Battle’s Won
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Lost in America
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My God-Given Right
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Swing of a Fallen World
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You, Still of War
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Bang My Head
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Kill the King
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Rock the Nation
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Make Fire Catch the Fly
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Born on Judgment Day
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Hell Was Made in Heaven
Track Highlights
My God-Given Right
The title track delivers fast riffs, soaring vocals, and epic choruses—a quintessential Helloween anthem.
Battle’s Won
An energetic, melodic track with tight rhythm sections and dual-guitar harmonies.
Bang My Head
Catchy and aggressive, blending modern metal production with classic Helloween style.
Lost in America
A melodic ballad showcasing emotional vocals and strong songwriting.
Album Credits
Band Members
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Andi Deris – lead vocals
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Michael Weikath – guitars
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Sascha Gerstner – guitars
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Markus Grosskopf – bass
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Dani Löble – drums
Production Team
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Producer: Charlie Bauerfeind
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Engineer: Charlie Bauerfeind
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Studio: Mi Sueño Studios, Tenerife, Spain
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Mixing: Charlie Bauerfeind
Bauerfeind’s production emphasizes clarity, melodic balance, and power, ensuring the guitars, vocals, and drums shine in every track.
Cover Art Design and Description
The cover, designed by Martin Häusler, features the Helloween mascot “Pumpkin” wielding a sword in a fiery, apocalyptic landscape, reflecting the album’s themes of power, rebellion, and epic storytelling.
Visual Style
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Dark fantasy and dramatic imagery
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Fire, swords, and heroic symbolism
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High-detail digital artwork
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Modern metal aesthetic
The cover complements the energetic, powerful, and epic tone of the album.
Fun Facts
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My God-Given Right is a return to the fast, melodic style of Helloween’s early power metal era.
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“Bang My Head” became a fan favorite and a live show highlight.
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The album was written and recorded entirely in Tenerife, providing focus and cohesion.
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Tracks combine classic twin-guitar harmonies, melodic choruses, and aggressive riffs.
Did You Know?
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The album’s themes touch on freedom, rebellion, and personal empowerment, reflecting the title’s concept.
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“My God-Given Right” and “Bang My Head” are frequently performed in modern Helloween tours.
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Critics praised the album for melding nostalgia with contemporary production and technical skill.
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My God-Given Right solidifies Helloween’s legacy in 21st-century power metal.
Commercial Performance and Ratings
The album was well-received both critically and commercially, particularly in Europe and Japan.
Sales
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Estimated 120,000–150,000 copies sold worldwide.
Chart Performance
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Germany: Top 20 albums chart
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Japan: Strong fan reception
Ratings
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Metal Archives: ~82%
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AllMusic: 4/5
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Praised for melodic power metal, strong choruses, and polished production.
Cultural Legacy
My God-Given Right demonstrates Helloween’s ability to remain relevant in the modern power metal scene. The album balances classic speed, melody, and modern production, appealing to longtime fans while attracting new listeners.
Tracks like My God-Given Right, Bang My Head, and Battle’s Won continue to be live staples, proving that the band can still deliver high-energy, melodic, and memorable power metal decades into their career.
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Helloween - Walls of Jericho (1985)
Helloween - Keeper of the Seven Keys: Part I (1987)
Helloween - Keeper of the Seven Keys: Part II (1988)
Helloween - Pink Bubbles Go Ape (1991)
Helloween - Master of the Rings (1994)
Helloween - The Time of the Oath (1996)
Helloween - Better Than Raw (1998)
