Dödsfärd
Månegarm · 2003
32 min · 11 tracks · black metal
A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and folk melodies that evokes ancient Norse mythology and Viking warrior spirit.
Top tracks — play these first
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I evig tid — This track opens with an atmospheric introduction that sets the tone for the album, blending melodic riffs with growling vocals that capture the essence of Månegarm's style.
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Dödsfärd — The title track encapsulates the thematic heart of the album, combining aggressive instrumentation with lyrical narratives about death and the journey beyond, embodying the band's folk influences.
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Pagan War — This song stands out for its powerful chorus and driving pace, reflecting the band's ability to merge intense black metal energy with traditional folk elements.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Dödsfärd blends black metal with folk elements effectively, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an atmospheric intro that sets a dark tone before transitioning into aggressive guitar riffs and blast beats.
- Folk instruments, such as flutes and violins, are interspersed throughout the tracks, creating a contrast with the heavy metal instrumentation.
- Several songs feature alternating vocal styles, including harsh screams and clean singing, enhancing the dynamic range of the record.
- The final track includes a gradual build-up that culminates in a climactic finish, leaving a lingering sense of resolution.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies with fierce energy
- short bursts of intense emotion
- mythical themes for adventurous spirits
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want soft or calming sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Dödsfärd is Månegarm's third studio album, released in January 2003, following their previous effort, Hedniskhjärtad. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that combines elements of folk and Viking metal, establishing a more distinctive identity within the Scandinavian metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Finntroll· Ensiferum· Korpiklaani
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:48
- 2 I evig tid 2:28
- 3 Ravenous 2:51
- 4 Ägirs vrede 3:40
- 5 Dödsfärd 3:16
- 6 Fimbultrollet 3:36
- 7 Daudr 2:36
- 8 Vrede 2:17
- 9 Pagan War 3:48
- 10 Ursjälens visdom 5:03
- 11 Gillesvisan 1:53
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