Released 23 years ago this June
Chapters
Amorphis · 2003
99 min · 22 tracks · progressive metal · melodic death metal · folk metal
A haunting blend of melodic death metal and folk elements that evokes the mystical landscapes of Finland.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- evocative soundscapes of nature
- reflective moments for introspection
- haunting melodies in quiet solitude
- wave-like pacing with deep immersion
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer immediate gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 17, 2003, 'Chapters' marked Amorphis' sixth studio album, following their successful record 'Far from the Sun' in 2003. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound that combined progressive metal with Finnish folklore, establishing themselves as pioneers in the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Opeth· Insomnium· Swallow the Sun
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Alone 4:23
- 2 Drifting Memories 4:25
- 3 Too Much to See 3:41
- 4 The Way 4:36
- 5 Northern Lights 3:18
- 6 Summer’s End 5:37
- 7 The Brother-Slayer 3:38
- 8 Better Unborn 5:52
- 9 My Kantele 5:04
- 10 Weeper on the Shore 4:53
- 11 Moon and Sun 3:37
- 12 Black Winter Day 3:51
- 13 The Castaway 5:33
- 14 Drowned Maid 4:24
- 15 Warriors Trial 5:05
- 16 Exile of the Sons of Uisliu 3:44
- 17 The Lost Name of God 5:32
Disc 2
- 1 Alone 4:42
- 2 Divinity 3:37
- 3 My Kantele 5:43
- 4 Against Widows 4:07
- 5 Black Winter Day 3:51
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