By the Light of the Northern Star
Týr · 2009
47 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal · folk metal
Epic folk metal anthems intertwine with progressive melodies, steeped in Norse mythology and cultural lore.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- epic anthems for group listening
- steady pacing for focused sessions
- invigorating tales of mythology
- calm closure for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- dislike thematic album cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the Light of the Northern Star is Týr's fifth studio album, following their 2006 release, Ragnarok. At this point in their career, Týr was solidifying their presence in the folk metal genre and expanding their sound with more intricate arrangements and storytelling elements rooted in Faroese culture.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Hold the Heathen Hammer High 4:49
- 2 Tróndur í Gøtu 4:02
- 3 Into the Storm 5:05
- 4 Northern Gate 4:45
- 5 Turið Torkilsdóttir 4:19
- 6 By the Sword in My Hand 4:49
- 7 Ride 5:00
- 8 Hear the Heathen Call 4:41
- 9 By the Light of the Northern Star 6:00
- 10 The Northern Lights 1:48
- 11 Anthem 1:36
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