Borderland
Amorphis · 2025
59 min · 12 tracks · progressive metal · melodic death metal · folk metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, evoking a journey through mythical landscapes and emotional depths.
Why this album works
'Borderland' has been noted for its innovative fusion of genres and lyrical depth, earning accolades from metal publications and topping charts in Finland. The album's exploration of themes like nature and mythology reflects a contemporary resurgence in folk influences across metal genres, potentially influencing emerging artists in the scene.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience mythical journey through soundscapes emotional depth and exploration
- Context
- Released on September 26, 2025, 'Borderland' is Amorphis's twelfth studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Queen of Time' from 2018. By this point, the band had solidified their reputation as pioneers in blending folk and progressive elements within melodic death metal, continuing to evolve their sound while retaining their Finnish roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Dark the Suns· Septicflesh· Ensiferum
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Circle 4:34
- 2 Bones 4:55
- 3 Dancing Shadow Standout 4:58
- 4 Fog to Fog Standout 5:28
- 5 The Strange 4:18
- 6 Tempest 5:20
- 7 Light and Shadow 4:18
- 8 The Lantern Standout 4:59
- 9 Borderland 5:30
- 10 Despair 5:18
- 11 War Band 5:08
- 12 Rowan and the Cloud 4:34
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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