--- product_id: 16179477 title: "Black Mages 2: The Skies Above" brand: "black mages" price: "€ 51.73" currency: EUR in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/16179477-black-mages-2-the-skies-above store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Black Mages 2: The Skies Above **Brand:** black mages **Price:** € 51.73 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Black Mages 2: The Skies Above by black mages - **How much does it cost?** € 51.73 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/16179477-black-mages-2-the-skies-above) ## Best For - black mages enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted black mages brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description For their second album as a group, Nobuo Uematsu's Black Mages re-recorded a number of tracks composed for the Final Fantasy series of video games. Placed into something of a progressive rock setting akin to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, the album allowed the group to present an array of grandiose rock pieces as well as lighter balladry, all accompanied by either Kazco Hamano or Tomoaki Watanabe on vocals. Though the vocal accompaniment was largely written off by the listening public, the mere association of the music with Final Fantasy provided enough of a boost to move the album onto the digital sales charts after its release. The Black Mages II: The Skies Above1 The Rocking Grounds 3:562 Zeromus 3:513 Vamo' Alla Flamenco 4:254 Hunter's Chance 4:445 Otherworld 3:146 Matoya's Cave 4:437 The Man with the Machine Gun 4:168 Maybe I'm a Lion 5:349 Battle with the Four Fiends 3:5810 The Skies Above 7:1811 Blue Blast - Winning the Rainbow 4:49 ## Images ![Black Mages 2: The Skies Above - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61--aBbIhNL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Well the CD came perfectly fine and fast I might add but upon opening the ... *by S***T on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 14, 2016* Well the CD came perfectly fine and fast I might add but upon opening the package the case had a giant crack in it. The CD is undamaged and I don't know whether it was damaged in the mail system or not. But it always sucks buying something new and having it damaged especially if you collect said item. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty Damn Good *by P***. on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 10, 2005* The style they approcahed with this albumis a little more guitar heavy which isdefinately a plus. Matoya's Cave if youremember from FF1 they turned into such a masterpiece.The whole album is great. The only flawsI kind of see are the strange people theyhad sing for The Skies Above and Otherworld.You'd have to listen for yourself. Get this Album!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ The sweeping collision of poignance and thrash. *by D***L on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 17, 2005* As a fan of The Black Mages' debut album, I knew I wouldn't have any difficulty loving another LP if they used the exact same structure and formula as the first. Unsurprisingly, this was not the case, and The Black Mages have taken everything that made their eponymous debut special, while adding a significant number of innovations to the table.1. The Rocking Grounds...although you wouldn't think so from the first track. This song is very reminiscient of their previous material. Solid, but a bit unmemorable.2. ZeromusOn the contrary, this song is excellently layered with signature Black Mages guitar sound and extra quirks that make it unique. A very recognizable tune from FFIV, interpreted excellently here.3. Vamo' Alla FlamencoSurprisingly yes, this is the same band, juxtaposing near-salsa music with acoustic guitar, infused with the usual hard rock, to make an extremely memorable- arguably danceable track. A highlight.4. Hunter's ChanceThis is a very quality song, dark in tone and driving in its nature. It seems to be one of the more underrated songs on the album.5. OtherworldWhen I first realised this song would be included, I wondered just how they'd pull it off. The band had proven they could reinterpret classical scores into rock anthems such as Dancing Mad, but how could they reinterpret this stunning metal piece from FFX?The answer, of course, is that instead of "rocking it up", they toned it down. This song is much, much more melodic than its FFX counterpart, with a very competent female vocalist in KAZCO. Another highlight of the album, and very memorable, it will of course draw comparisons with the original, even though these comparisons are fairly undue. As a reviewer, I would say that both songs stand very highly on their own merits.Now a note on the vocals on this album....there are two songs that feature them- this track, and The Skies Above, which I'll cover later. Speaking frankly, neither of the songs have vocals that the average radio listener would call "good". I note that they are unorthodox and extremely unique, standing out from the music on several levels. Your mileage may vary, but then again the "average radio listener" probably isn't even reading this review, are they?6. Matoya's CaveA lovely song, providing a "break" of sorts without ruining the flow of the album. Extremely impressive, and it really showcases the versatility of the band.7. The Man With The Machine GunThis song is instantly recognizable and highly enjoyable. One of my favourites off of the album, very-fast paced.8. Maybe I'm A LionI must agree with another reviewer and say that FFVIII features some of the best music in the series, and this reinterpretation is no different. Extremely impressive.9. Battle With The Four FiendsAn intense track, reminiscient of the work on their first album.10. The Skies AboveThis song in particular seems to draw the most fire from those I've spoken to...and I can't help but disagree. This song is the absolute highest moment of the album, and comparable with Dancing Mad in its brilliance. From the opening piano intro that brings back the stirring emotions of sadness prevalent whenever it appeared in FFX, the song suddenly leaps into intensity with a fast, driving buildup and breakdown. Out of nowhere, vocalist "mr. goo" soars above and beyond all of the instruments with his voice unlike anything I've ever heard. The song continues, with vocal melodies complimenting the ever-surging music impeccably, until the end where the song explodes and calms down to a slow anthem, followed shortly by an outro on keys, bringing the song full circle. The vocals on this track seem to be the main point of contention when it comes to "song sucks" or "song does not suck" arguments, and all I can suggest is that you listen to the song and decide on your own. If you're open-minded and the phrase "loud, accented, operatic male singer" doesn't make you cringe, then you may just end up loving this song as much as I do.11. Blue Blast- Winning The RainbowI'm of the belief that this song is an original composition by the band, but there are obviously those that say otherwise. Nonetheless, it is a quality, fitting ending to a very quality album.So an underview- this album overall flows better, sounds better, and is more unique than its predecessor, but I still highly recommend listening to their debut first. Nonetheless, if you enjoy Final Fantasy, rock music, and any combination of the two, you're sure to find a satisfying listening experience in The Skies Above. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/16179477-black-mages-2-the-skies-above](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/16179477-black-mages-2-the-skies-above) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-24*