Áldás
Dalriada · 2015
53 min · 11 tracks · folk metal
Folk metal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a rich tapestry of Hungarian history and mythology.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dózsa Rongyosa — This track highlights the band's signature blend of historical narrative with energetic instrumentation, capturing the essence of Hungarian folklore while delivering an infectious groove.
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Áldás — The title track stands out for its lyrical depth and melodic structure, encapsulating the album's thematic exploration of blessing and heritage through powerful vocal harmonies.
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Úri Toborzó — With its driving rhythm and traditional motifs, this song exemplifies Dalriada's ability to fuse heavy metal with folk influences, inviting listeners to experience a vivid retelling of historical events.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Áldás effectively combines folk elements with metal, showcasing strong composition and craft while exploring cultural themes.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an instrumental intro that sets a thematic tone, leading into tracks that blend heavy guitar riffs with traditional Hungarian melodies.
- Several songs feature alternating male and female vocals, creating a dynamic interplay that enhances the storytelling aspect of the lyrics.
- The last three tracks gradually decrease in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album's exploration of historical themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic storytelling through melodies
- invigorating anthems for gatherings
- rich emotional landscapes unfold
- immersive journey with folklore elements
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
- dislike complex narrative structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Áldás is Dalriada's fifth studio album, marking a significant moment in their career as they solidified their presence in the folk metal genre. Following their previous release, 2013's Kikelet, this album showcases their continued evolution in blending traditional Hungarian music with modern metal elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 1:43
- 2 Amit ad az ég (Álmos Búcsúja) 4:42
- 3 Dózsa Rongyosa 6:08
- 4 Úri Toborzó 7:10
- 5 Áldás 4:52
- 6 Világfa 4:42
- 7 Zivatar 4:44
- 8 Molvageddon 3:34
- 9 Hamu és Gyász 5:51
- 10 Futóbetyár 5:50
- 11 Fele Zivatar 4:19
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