Pagan
Cruachan · 2004
52 min · 13 tracks · folk metal
A rich tapestry of folk melodies and metal riffs, echoing Ireland's ancient stories and legends.
Pagan is an album by Cruachan, released in 2004. A rich tapestry of folk melodies and metal riffs, echoing Ireland's ancient stories and legends. 'Pagan' is significant for its critical reception, showcasing a unique blend of Celtic musical traditions and metal that resonated with fans. The album helped solidify Cruachan's place in the folk metal genre, influencing subsequent bands by demonstrating how to effectively merge mythological themes with heavy instrumentation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Pagan sound like?
A rich tapestry of folk melodies and metal riffs, echoing Ireland's ancient stories and legends. Rooted in folk metal.
What makes Pagan by Cruachan notable?
'Pagan' is significant for its critical reception, showcasing a unique blend of Celtic musical traditions and metal that resonated with fans. The album helped solidify Cruachan's place in the folk metal genre, influencing subsequent bands by demonstrating how to effectively merge mythological themes with heavy instrumentation. Released in 2004, 'Pagan' was Cruachan's fourth studio album, following their previous release, 'Folk-Lore.' At this point in their career, the band had established themselves within the folk metal scene, blending traditional Irish music with heavier elements, which set the stage for their evolving sound.
How many songs are on Pagan?
Pagan has 13 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Michael Collins Standout 3:51
- 2 Pagan 5:07
- 3 The Gael Standout 4:02
- 4 Ard Rí na hEireann 5:03
- 5 The March to Cluain Tairbh 2:00
- 6 Viking Slayer Standout 4:15
- 7 1014 A.D. 3:36
- 8 Some Say the Devil Is Dead 3:13
- 9 A Thousand Years 3:51
- 10 Lament for the Wild Geese 1:28
- 11 Erinsong 5:19
- 12 Summoning of the Sídhe 3:00
- 13 The Fall of Gondolin 7:46
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
Ireland
Runtime
52 min 35 sec
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