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How Far to Asgaard

Týr · 2002

78 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal · folk metal

A rich tapestry of melodic metal woven with Norse mythology and folk elements, creating an epic sonic journey.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic climax with gradual build
  • immersive storytelling through sound
  • rich melodies for focused listening
  • mythological themes enhance engagement
  • long tracks for patient listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek immediate gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2002, 'How Far to Asgaard' is Týr's second studio album, following their self-titled debut. This album solidified the band's unique blend of progressive and folk metal, establishing them as key figures in the genre, especially within the Nordic metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Hail to the Hammer 4:34
  • 2 Excavation 6:42
  • 3 The Rune 6:42
  • 4 Ten Wild Dogs 6:51
  • 5 God of War 7:08
  • 6 Sand in the Wind 6:24
  • 7 Ormurin langi 5:50
  • 8 How Far to Asgaard 9:00
  • 9 Ólavur Riddararós 4:36
  • 10 Stýrisvølurin / Nornagest ríma 20:14

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