Age of Winters
The Sword · 2006
43 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal
A thunderous blend of stoner metal riffs and mythic storytelling that conjures ancient battles and mystical realms.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels gradual builds and payoffs immersive storytelling experience
- Context
- Released on February 14, 2006, 'Age of Winters' marked The Sword's debut album. It positioned the band within the heavy metal revival scene, showcasing their unique blend of doom and stoner metal elements after years of honing their sound in the underground circuit.
- If you like
- heavy metal
Age of Winters is an album by The Sword, released in 2006. A thunderous blend of stoner metal riffs and mythic storytelling that conjures ancient battles and mystical realms. The album received critical acclaim, establishing The Sword as a significant player in the heavy metal genre. It debuted at number 12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and helped to revitalize interest in classic heavy metal aesthetics, influencing subsequent bands within the stoner metal movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Age of Winters sound like?
A thunderous blend of stoner metal riffs and mythic storytelling that conjures ancient battles and mystical realms. Rooted in heavy metal.
What makes Age of Winters by The Sword notable?
The album received critical acclaim, establishing The Sword as a significant player in the heavy metal genre. It debuted at number 12 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart and helped to revitalize interest in classic heavy metal aesthetics, influencing subsequent bands within the stoner metal movement. Released on February 14, 2006, 'Age of Winters' marked The Sword's debut album. It positioned the band within the heavy metal revival scene, showcasing their unique blend of doom and stoner metal elements after years of honing their sound in the underground circuit.
Who is Age of Winters for?
Age of Winters works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, gradual builds and payoffs and immersive storytelling experience.
How many songs are on Age of Winters?
Age of Winters has 9 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Celestial Crown 1:57
- 2 Barael's Blade 2:48
- 3 Freya Standout 4:34
- 4 Winter's Wolves Standout 4:36
- 5 The Horned Goddess 5:01
- 6 Iron Swan Standout 5:46
- 7 Lament for the Aurochs 7:59
- 8 March of the Lor 4:41
- 9 Ebethron 5:35
Release Date
February 14, 2006
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
43 min 0 sec
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