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Black Moon Rising

Falconer · 2014

51 min · 11 tracks · power metal ยท folk metal

Epic folk and power metal intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of medieval themes and soaring melodies.

Black Moon Rising is an album by Falconer, released in 2014. Epic folk and power metal intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of medieval themes and soaring melodies. The album is notable for its reception within the folk metal genre, garnering attention for its blend of traditional metal elements with folk influences. It was praised in various metal publications, solidifying Falconer's position as a key player in the revival of melodic folk metal and contributing to the genre's growth during the early 2010s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Black Moon Rising sound like?

Epic folk and power metal intertwine, creating a rich tapestry of medieval themes and soaring melodies. Rooted in power metal and folk metal.

What makes Black Moon Rising by Falconer notable?

The album is notable for its reception within the folk metal genre, garnering attention for its blend of traditional metal elements with folk influences. It was praised in various metal publications, solidifying Falconer's position as a key player in the revival of melodic folk metal and contributing to the genre's growth during the early 2010s. By the time of 'Black Moon Rising', Falconer was in their fifth album phase, having reformed in 2011 after a hiatus. This release followed their 2011 album, 'Armod', which marked their return to the music scene with a more acoustic and folk-oriented direction. 'Black Moon Rising' continued to explore these themes while reintegrating their signature heavier sound.

How many songs are on Black Moon Rising?

Black Moon Rising has 11 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·51:04

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  • 1 Locust Swarm Standout 5:35
  • 2 Halls and Chambers 5:01
  • 3 Black Moon Rising Standout 5:11
  • 4 Scoundrel and the Squire 3:01
  • 5 Wasteland 5:12
  • 6 In Ruins 5:25
  • 7 At the Jester's Ball 4:21
  • 8 There's a Crow on the Barrow 4:06
  • 9 Dawning of a Sombre Age Standout 3:40
  • 10 Age of Runes 5:33
  • 11 The Priory 3:59

Release Date

January 1, 2014

Genre

folk metal, power metal

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Artist Origin

Sweden

Runtime

51 min 4 sec