Among Beggars and Thieves
Falconer · 2008
49 min · 11 tracks · power metal
A vivid tapestry of folk melodies and soaring metal riffs intertwine, evoking both grandeur and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Field of Sorrow — Opening with a haunting melody, this track sets the tone for the album, blending poignant lyrics with powerful instrumentation that encapsulates the band's style.
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Man of the Hour — This track showcases Falconer's ability to merge catchy hooks with thematic depth, reflecting on personal responsibility amid life's chaos.
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Carnival of Disgust — With its sharp contrasts and dynamic shifts, this song exemplifies the band's heavy yet melodic approach, highlighting their unique sound within the genre.
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Pale Light of Silver Moon — The atmospheric quality of this track introduces a more reflective side to the album, drawing listeners into a narrative rich with imagery.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and a mix of metal and folk elements, though it lacks some cohesion in its flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate tempo changes that transition from fast-paced sections to slower, more reflective moments, enhancing the emotional impact.
- The lyrics often tell stories or convey themes related to folklore, which are complemented by the music's dynamic shifts.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soaring melodies with introspective themes
- vivid narratives that evoke imagery
- cathartic moments of emotional release
- dynamic shifts between tension and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- seek short, snappy songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Among Beggars and Thieves is Falconer's fifth studio album, released in 2008. At this point, the band was solidifying their identity in the folk metal scene after several lineup changes and a shift towards a more melodic sound following their previous album, Grime vs. Grandeur. This release marked their continued evolution as they sought to blend traditional Swedish influences with power metal elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Ensiferum
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Field of Sorrow 5:36
- 2 Man of the Hour 3:57
- 3 A Beggar Hero 2:08
- 4 Vargaskall 4:20
- 5 Carnival of Disgust 4:05
- 6 Mountain Men 4:39
- 7 Viddernas man 3:44
- 8 Pale Light of Silver Moon 4:06
- 9 Boiling Led 4:58
- 10 Skula, skorpa, skalk 3:52
- 11 Dreams and Pyres 7:48
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