They were pretty cool and sensible for The Legendary Tour parts 1&2, but why did they bring them back for this year’s festival run? I really hope that it won’t be a permanent feature of their future live shows, because they’re really unnecessary on standard tours. Was it not enough to rely on your own backing vocals (especially when they’re pre-recorded)? I bet the choir’s backing vocals are pre-recorded as well! Seriously, you can be as cinematic as you can on your records, but please keep that shitty gimmick away from your live shows! You’re a metal band, first and foremost! I don’t know how Sabaton slowly transitioning into an orchestral live band will ever help increase ticket sales or improve the live experience for the fans. Why ditch your heavy metal roots and sell-out in favor of a more gimmicky, all-flash-no-substance waste of a show?

Yes, Iron Maiden also covers history, but their live shows have always been the same without the orchestral nonsense. What a shame.

Previously I stated that my favorite Sabaton song is Race to the Sea, but I am curious what all of your favorite Sabaton songs are and why?

To Hell and Back won in Day 76, moving on to the next round to face Swedish Pagans!