Arntor
Windir · 1999
46 min · 7 tracks · black metal
A sweeping fusion of traditional folk melodies and ferocious black metal, steeped in Norse mythology and atmospheric grandeur.
Top tracks — play these first
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Arntor, ein Windir — This title track encapsulates the album’s essence, merging haunting melodies with aggressive riffs while narrating tales of Norse mythology.
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Svartesmeden og Lundamyrstrollet — Notable for its intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts in tempo, this track immerses listeners in a vivid narrative inspired by local folklore.
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Kampen — With its relentless pace and lyrical themes of struggle and warfare, this track exemplifies Windir's ability to blend aggression with melodic elements seamlessly.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Arntor blends black metal with folk elements effectively, creating a distinctive sound that resonates within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a slow, atmospheric introduction that builds tension before launching into fast-paced black metal riffs.
- Folk melodies are interwoven throughout the tracks, often featuring traditional instruments alongside electric guitars.
- Several tracks incorporate tempo shifts, alternating between aggressive sections and more melodic, serene passages.
- The final track features a gradual fade-out, leaving an echoing sense of closure that contrasts with the intensity of earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- atmospheric journeys through mythology
- sweeping melodies with intense contrasts
- immersive storytelling in sound
- dynamic shifts between calm and
Maybe skip if you
- prefer immediate, catchy tunes
- seek lighthearted, upbeat music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Arntor is Windir's second album, released in 1999 after their debut, Svein, which established their unique blend of black metal with folk influences. This album solidified their position in the Norwegian black metal scene and showcased a maturation in their sound and lyrical themes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Byrjing 3:17
- 2 Arntor, ein Windir 6:56
- 3 Kong Hydnes haug 6:36
- 4 Svartesmeden og Lundamyrstrollet 9:02
- 5 Kampen 6:36
- 6 Saknet 10:03
- 7 Ending 3:38
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