Ígéret
Dalriada · 2011
51 min · 11 tracks · folk metal
Epic folk metal melodies intertwine with traditional Hungarian themes, creating a rich tapestry of sound that celebrates heritage and history.
Top tracks — play these first
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Hajdútánc — This track showcases the band’s ability to blend powerful riffs with traditional melodies, making it an energetic anthem that highlights their folk metal identity.
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Ígéret — The title track encapsulates the album's thematic essence, weaving personal and historical narratives that reflect deep cultural ties.
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A hadak Útja — This song features dramatic orchestration and compelling lyrics, illustrating the band's storytelling prowess while emphasizing their roots in Hungarian folklore.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Ígéret combines intricate compositions with cultural themes, making it a standout in the folk metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with an instrumental intro that sets a thematic tone, followed by tracks that alternate between fast-paced melodies and slower, more reflective sections.
- The lyrics are delivered in Hungarian, with a focus on historical themes, which adds to the cultural depth of the album.
- 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
- vibrant historical storytelling experience
- invigorating energy for celebrations
- dynamic contrasts of intensity
- engaging rhythmic dance elements
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- preferring minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Ígéret is Dalriada's fourth studio album, released in 2011 after their critically acclaimed album Középkori Szenvedély. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation within the folk metal genre, blending historical narratives with powerful instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:43
- 2 Hajdútánc 4:57
- 3 Hozd el, Isten 4:32
- 4 Mennyei harang 6:14
- 5 Ígéret 4:35
- 6 Igazi Tűz 4:41
- 7 Kinizsi Mulatsága 4:18
- 8 A hadak Útja 6:39
- 9 Leszek a Csillag 5:48
- 10 Leszek a Hold 6:13
- 11 Outro 0:50
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