How Far to Asgaard
Týr · 2002
78 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
Epic folk metal intertwines with progressive elements, reflecting ancient mythologies through powerful instrumentation and evocative storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hail to the Hammer — As the opening track, it sets a powerful tone for the album with its anthemic chorus and driving rhythms, embodying the band's signature style.
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God of War — This track showcases intricate guitar work paired with soaring vocals, effectively blending storytelling with skilled musicianship reflective of Norse mythology.
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How Far to Asgaard — The title track serves as a culmination of the album's themes, weaving together rich narratives and complex arrangements that highlight Týr's artistic ambition.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and metal effectively but lacks some cohesion in its narrative flow.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements, such as strings and choirs, which enhance the epic feel of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- 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
- prefer short, standalone tracks
- seek immediate gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2002, How Far to Asgaard was Týr's second studio album, following their debut, 1998's How Far to Asgaard. At this point, the band was solidifying its unique blend of Faroese folk melodies and heavy metal, establishing a distinct identity within the genre that would resonate with fans of both folk and metal music.
- 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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