Back Through Time
Alestorm · 2011
47 min · 13 tracks · power metal · folk metal
A raucous blend of folk and power metal, fueled by pirate themes and boisterous anthems.
Back Through Time is an album by Alestorm, released in 2011. A raucous blend of folk and power metal, fueled by pirate themes and boisterous anthems. 'Back Through Time' debuted at number 60 on the UK Albums Chart, reflecting Alestorm's growing popularity. The album is noted for its infectious energy and has influenced the folk metal genre by embracing comedic elements and pirate lore, leading to a dedicated fanbase and numerous festival appearances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Back Through Time sound like?
A raucous blend of folk and power metal, fueled by pirate themes and boisterous anthems. Rooted in power metal and folk metal.
What makes Back Through Time by Alestorm notable?
'Back Through Time' debuted at number 60 on the UK Albums Chart, reflecting Alestorm's growing popularity. The album is noted for its infectious energy and has influenced the folk metal genre by embracing comedic elements and pirate lore, leading to a dedicated fanbase and numerous festival appearances. Released on June 1, 2011, 'Back Through Time' is Alestorm's third studio album, following their breakout success with 'Black Sails at Midnight.' At this point in their career, the band solidified their unique sound, merging heavy metal with sea shanties and humorous storytelling, further establishing themselves in the folk metal scene.
How many songs are on Back Through Time?
Back Through Time has 13 tracks, running approximately 47 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Back Through Time Standout 5:03
- 2 Shipwrecked 3:30
- 3 The Sunk’n Norwegian 4:07
- 4 Midget Saw 3:18
- 5 Buckfast Powersmash 2:33
- 6 Scraping the Barrel 4:40
- 7 Rum Standout 3:29
- 8 Swashbuckled 3:53
- 9 Rumpelkombo 0:06
- 10 Barrett’s Privateers 4:41
- 11 Death Throes of the Terrorsquid Standout 7:46
- 12 I Am a Cider Drinker 3:00
- 13 You Are a Pirate 1:33
Release Date
June 1, 2011
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
47 min 39 sec
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