What is the best Helloween album of all time?

Power metal's founding fathers, from speed-metal roots to pumpkin-king anthems to a legendary reunion — the catalog spans multiple eras and vocalists. Which album wins?

1

Keeper of the Seven Keys: Part I

Helloween's 1987 debut power metal classic that defined the genre.

2

Keeper of the Seven Keys: Part II

Helloween's 1988 follow-up featuring the epic 13-minute 'Keeper of the Seven Keys.'

3

Walls of Jericho

Helloween's 1985 debut speed metal album featuring Kai Hansen on vocals.

4

Master of the Rings

Helloween's 1994 comeback album with Andi Deris on vocals.

5

The Time of the Oath

Helloween's 1996 concept album paying tribute to Nostradamus.

6

Better Than Raw

Helloween's 1998 heavier album praised for its directness.

7

The Dark Ride

Helloween's 2000 darker and heavier album departing from their typical style.

8

Helloween

Helloween's 2021 reunion album uniting current and former members including Kai Hansen.

9

Straight Out of Hell

Helloween's 2013 comeback album praised for its energetic power metal.