Cantus Buranus II
Corvus Corax · 2008
77 min · 13 tracks · neo-medieval music
A vibrant fusion of medieval instrumentation and modern rhythms, conjuring a celebratory atmosphere steeped in historical resonance.
Top tracks — play these first
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Veritas Simplex — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its driving rhythms and rich instrumentation, exemplifying the band's unique blend of ancient and contemporary musical elements.
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Causa Ludi — With its infectious energy and rhythmic complexity, this track illustrates the band's talent for creating engaging and danceable compositions while maintaining a historical ambiance.
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O Varium Fortune — This piece highlights the band's mastery of melody and harmony, weaving intricate vocal lines with instrumental interludes that evoke a sense of both nostalgia and celebration.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends historical instrumentation with modern rhythms, showcasing strong composition and craft within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of medieval instruments like the hurdy-gurdy and bagpipes, layered with modern percussion to create a rhythmic drive.
- Tracks often alternate between choral arrangements and instrumental interludes, maintaining a dynamic flow throughout.
- Several pieces incorporate traditional melodies reinterpreted with contemporary harmonies, blending past and present effectively.
- 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
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
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- ancient ritual atmosphere
- immersive long-form experience
- medieval melodies for focus
- evocative soundscapes for reflection
Maybe skip if you
- short attention span listeners
- seekers of instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Cantus Buranus II is the follow-up to Corvus Corax's acclaimed Cantus Buranus, which established them as pioneers in neo-medieval music. By this time, the band had solidified their signature sound that blends traditional medieval melodies with contemporary performance styles, further expanding their audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- In Extremo· Schandmaul· Omnia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Veritas Simplex 8:33
- 2 Miser 5:22
- 3 Custodes Sunt Raptores 6:10
- 4 De Mundi Statu 5:00
- 5 Ordu Languet 5:57
- 6 Vitium in Opere 6:18
- 7 Quid Agam 5:49
- 8 Causa Ludi 4:39
- 9 Ingordin Et Ingordan 6:18
- 10 Magnum Detrimentum 4:54
- 11 In Orbem Universum 5:31
- 12 O Varium Fortune 5:55
- 13 Chou Chou Sheng - Preces Ad Imperatorem 7:01
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