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Deceiver of the Gods

Amon Amarth · 2013

47 min · 10 tracks · melodic death metal

Epic melodic death metal anthems intertwining Norse mythology with thunderous riffs and visceral vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic narratives of mythology
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • cathartic full-volume release
  • engaging storytelling through music

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short standalone tracks
  • seek soft and mellow sounds

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Deceiver of the Gods' was released in June 2013, Amon Amarth had established themselves as a leading force in the melodic death metal scene, following their breakthrough album 'Surtur Rising' in 2011. This album marked their ninth studio release and showcased a continued evolution of their lyrical themes, steeped in Norse mythology and Viking imagery.
Stylistic neighbors
Arch Enemy· Children of Bodom· In Flames

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Deceiver of the Gods 4:19
  • 2 As Loke Falls 4:38
  • 3 Father of the Wolf 4:19
  • 4 Shape Shifter 4:02
  • 5 Under Siege 6:17
  • 6 Blood Eagle 3:15
  • 7 We Shall Destroy 4:25
  • 8 Hel 4:09
  • 9 Coming of the Tide 4:16
  • 10 Warriors of the North 8:12

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