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Börn Loka

Skálmöld · 2012

57 min · 11 tracks · folk metal · viking metal

A thunderous fusion of Viking lore and melodic metal, echoing the battles of ancient sagas.

Börn Loka is an album by Skálmöld, released in 2012. A thunderous fusion of Viking lore and melodic metal, echoing the battles of ancient sagas. 'Börn Loka' gained significant attention for its ambitious concept, intertwining Icelandic mythology with metal music. The album debuted at number one on the Icelandic charts and solidified Skálmöld's position as key players in the Nordic metal movement, influencing subsequent bands in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Börn Loka sound like?

A thunderous fusion of Viking lore and melodic metal, echoing the battles of ancient sagas. Rooted in folk metal and viking metal.

What makes Börn Loka by Skálmöld notable?

'Börn Loka' gained significant attention for its ambitious concept, intertwining Icelandic mythology with metal music. The album debuted at number one on the Icelandic charts and solidified Skálmöld's position as key players in the Nordic metal movement, influencing subsequent bands in the genre. Released on October 26, 2012, 'Börn Loka' is Skálmöld's second studio album, following their debut 'Baldur' in 2010. At this point, the band had established a strong identity within the folk and Viking metal scenes, leveraging their Icelandic heritage to craft a unique sound that resonated with fans and critics alike.

How many songs are on Börn Loka?

Börn Loka has 11 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·57:51

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Óðinn Standout 2:11
  • 2 Sleipnir 6:27
  • 3 Gleipnir 4:01
  • 4 Fenrisúlfur Standout 5:37
  • 5 Himinhrjóður 2:07
  • 6 Miðgarðsormur 5:19
  • 7 Narfi 3:53
  • 8 Hel 5:35
  • 9 Váli 6:02
  • 10 Loki Standout 9:37
  • 11 Eldur (Fire) / Part 4 of Millennium Songs 6:56

Release Date

October 26, 2012

Genre

folk metal, viking metal

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Artist Origin

Iceland

Runtime

57 min 51 sec