Spirit
Eluveitie · 2006
50 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal · folk metal · Celtic metal
A whirlwind of traditional folk melodies entwined with aggressive metal riffs and hauntingly beautiful vocals.
Spirit is an album by Eluveitie, released in 2006. A whirlwind of traditional folk melodies entwined with aggressive metal riffs and hauntingly beautiful vocals. 'Spirit' received critical acclaim for its innovative mixture of genres, which helped elevate Eluveitie within the folk metal community. The album's single 'Uis Elveti' became particularly popular, contributing to their rising status and earning them significant recognition at festivals across Europe. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Spirit sound like?
A whirlwind of traditional folk melodies entwined with aggressive metal riffs and hauntingly beautiful vocals. Rooted in melodic death metal and folk metal.
What makes Spirit by Eluveitie notable?
'Spirit' received critical acclaim for its innovative mixture of genres, which helped elevate Eluveitie within the folk metal community. The album's single 'Uis Elveti' became particularly popular, contributing to their rising status and earning them significant recognition at festivals across Europe. When 'Spirit' was released in June 2006, Eluveitie was making their mark as a prominent force in the folk metal scene. This album followed their debut, 'Vên,' and showcased a more refined sound that blended Celtic heritage with melodic death metal, solidifying their identity and expanding their audience.
How many songs are on Spirit?
Spirit has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Spirit 2:32
- 2 Uis Elveti Standout 4:24
- 3 Your Gaulish War Standout 5:10
- 4 Of Fire, Wind & Wisdom 3:05
- 5 Aidû 3:10
- 6 The Song of Life Standout 4:01
- 7 Tegernakô 6:42
- 8 Siraxta 5:39
- 9 The Dance of Victory 5:24
- 10 The Endless Knot 6:58
- 11 AnDro 3:41
Release Date
June 1, 2006
Artist Origin
Switzerland
Runtime
50 min 50 sec
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