Vögguvísur Yggdrasils
Skálmöld · 2016
88 min · 17 tracks · folk metal · viking metal
Epic orchestrations meld with thunderous riffs and traditional Icelandic melodies, creating a mythical soundscape.
Vögguvísur Yggdrasils is an album by Skálmöld, released in 2016. Epic orchestrations meld with thunderous riffs and traditional Icelandic melodies, creating a mythical soundscape. 'Vögguvísur Yggdrasils' received critical acclaim for its ambitious orchestration and thematic depth, resonating with fans of both metal and folk music. The album's release further solidified Skálmöld's reputation as leading figures in the viking metal genre, contributing to a resurgence of interest in Norse mythology within heavy music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Vögguvísur Yggdrasils sound like?
Epic orchestrations meld with thunderous riffs and traditional Icelandic melodies, creating a mythical soundscape. Rooted in folk metal and viking metal.
What makes Vögguvísur Yggdrasils by Skálmöld notable?
'Vögguvísur Yggdrasils' received critical acclaim for its ambitious orchestration and thematic depth, resonating with fans of both metal and folk music. The album's release further solidified Skálmöld's reputation as leading figures in the viking metal genre, contributing to a resurgence of interest in Norse mythology within heavy music. By the time 'Vögguvísur Yggdrasils' was released in 2016, Skálmöld had established themselves within the folk and viking metal scenes following their previous albums. This was their third studio album, showcasing a refined sound that built upon their earlier work and integrated more complex narratives inspired by Norse mythology.
How many songs are on Vögguvísur Yggdrasils?
Vögguvísur Yggdrasils has 17 tracks, running approximately 88 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Múspell Standout 5:20
- 2 Niflheimur Standout 5:03
- 3 Niðavellir 4:39
- 4 Miðgarður 4:36
- 5 Útgarður 4:29
- 6 Álfheimur Standout 6:35
- 7 Ásgarður 5:43
- 8 Helheimur 3:00
- 9 Vanaheimur 9:17
Disc 2
- 1 Drink 3:53
- 2 Inní mér syngur vitleysingur 3:55
- 3 Nattfödd 4:14
- 4 Lazer Eyes 3:04
- 5 Helreið afa 5:11
- 6 Upprisa (live) 7:13
- 7 Hefnd (live) 5:32
- 8 Dauði (live) 6:53
Release Date
September 30, 2016
Artist Origin
Iceland
Runtime
88 min 37 sec
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