Hel cover

Hel

Týr · 2019

69 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal · folk metal

Epic folk metal melodies intertwine with progressive structures, creating a mythic soundscape of Norse legends.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • mythic soundscapes for epic moments
  • wave-like pacing with varied intensity
  • immersive storytelling through rich melodies
  • for reflective evening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike lengthy, unfolding narratives

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2019, 'Hel' marked Týr's seventh studio album, following their critically acclaimed 2013 release 'Valkyrja.' At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the folk and progressive metal scenes, exploring deeper thematic content while refining their musical complexity.
Stylistic neighbors
Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gates of Hel 6:42
  • 2 All Heroes Fall 5:16
  • 3 Ragnars kvæði 4:08
  • 4 Garmr 4:53
  • 5 Sunset Shore 4:42
  • 6 Downhill Drunk 4:27
  • 7 Empire of the North 5:11
  • 8 Far From the Worries of the World 5:35
  • 9 King of Time 4:57
  • 10 Fire and Flame 5:39
  • 11 Against the Gods 5:43
  • 12 Songs of War 5:16
  • 13 Álvur kongur 7:24

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