Folkémon
Skyclad · 2000
47 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal
A whirlwind of thrash rhythms and folk melodies, intertwining storytelling with biting social commentary.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Great Brain Robbery — This opening track sets the tone with its fast-paced instrumentation and sharp lyrics critiquing societal complacency, establishing a thematic foundation for the album.
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Polkageist! — The song features an infectious melody paired with witty lyrics that playfully address cultural myths, exemplifying the band's knack for merging humor with serious commentary.
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The Antibody Politic — This track showcases a powerful blend of aggressive riffs and thought-provoking lyrics about political apathy, reflecting the band's commitment to socially conscious themes.
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You Lost My Memory — A more introspective piece, this song highlights the band's versatility, balancing heavy instrumentation with poignant reflections on personal loss and nostalgia.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Skyclad's unique fusion of thrash and folk elements creates a distinctive sound with strong lyrical narratives.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced thrash track that features rapid guitar riffs and aggressive drumming, setting a high energy level.
- The lyrics often employ storytelling techniques, with each song presenting a narrative that critiques social issues.
- The final track slows down the tempo significantly, providing a contrast to the preceding intensity and allowing for reflection.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- thought-provoking lyrical exploration
- dynamic shifts in energy
- immersive storytelling experiences
- varied pacing throughout tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2000, Folkémon marks Skyclad's sixth studio album, following the acclaimed A Burnt Offering for the Bone Idol. At this point, the band had solidified their unique blend of folk metal and thrash, continuing to evolve their sound while maintaining a strong lyrical focus on social issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Finntroll· Eluveitie· Korpiklaani
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Great Brain Robbery 4:34
- 2 Think Back and Lie of England 4:59
- 3 Polkageist! 4:01
- 4 Crux of the Message 4:52
- 5 The Disenchanted Forest 7:10
- 6 The Antibody Politic 3:18
- 7 When God Logs-Off 3:09
- 8 You Lost My Memory 5:57
- 9 Déjà-Vu Ain't What It Used to Be 5:45
- 10 Any Old Irony? 3:50
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