Live in Midgård
Therion · 2002
114 min · 24 tracks · symphonic metal
A grand orchestral metal experience that weaves mythological narratives into powerful performances.
Live in Midgård is an album by Therion, released in 2002. A grand orchestral metal experience that weaves mythological narratives into powerful performances. 'Live in Midgård' is significant for its ambitious blend of orchestral elements with heavy metal, capturing the band's unique live energy. The album received positive reviews and highlighted Therion's influence on the symphonic metal genre, paving the way for similar acts in the following years. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Live in Midgård sound like?
A grand orchestral metal experience that weaves mythological narratives into powerful performances. Rooted in symphonic metal.
What makes Live in Midgård by Therion notable?
'Live in Midgård' is significant for its ambitious blend of orchestral elements with heavy metal, capturing the band's unique live energy. The album received positive reviews and highlighted Therion's influence on the symphonic metal genre, paving the way for similar acts in the following years. When 'Live in Midgård' was released in 2002, Therion was transitioning from their earlier death metal roots into a fully realized symphonic metal sound. This album followed their successful studio album 'Secret of the Runes' (2001), showcasing their elaborate orchestration and choral arrangements while solidifying their place in the evolving metal scene.
How many songs are on Live in Midgård?
Live in Midgård has 24 tracks, running approximately 114 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Ginnungagap 6:38
- 2 Invocation of Naamah Standout 5:23
- 3 Birth of Venus Illegitima 5:19
- 4 Enter Vril-Ya 7:01
- 5 Riders of Theli 3:12
- 6 Symphony of the Dead 3:45
- 7 A Black Rose 2:22
- 8 The Return 2:40
- 9 Baal Reginon 2:20
- 10 Flesh of the Gods 4:19
- 11 Seawinds 5:02
- 12 Schwarzalbenheim 3:40
- 13 In the Desert of Set 5:39
Disc 2
- 1 The Wings of the Hydra 3:25
- 2 Asgård 4:12
- 3 Secret of the Runes 4:23
- 4 The Rise of Sodom and Gomorrah Standout 5:54
- 5 Summernight City 5:10
- 6 The Beauty in Black 3:42
- 7 Seven Secrets of the Sphinx 3:39
- 8 Wine of Aluqah 4:54
- 9 Raven of Dispersion 6:25
- 10 To Mega Therion Standout 8:30
- 11 Cults of the Shadow 6:38
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