Italian Folk Metal cover

Italian Folk Metal

Nanowar of Steel · 2021

52 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal · power metal · comedy rock

A whimsical blend of heavy metal riffs and comedic Italian folklore, celebrating absurdity with every note.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical storytelling through music
  • steady mid-tempo fun
  • comedic absurdity in every track
  • engaging sing-along moments
  • celebratory energy for gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of serious themes
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Italian Folk Metal' was released in July 2021, Nanowar of Steel was already known for their humorous takes on metal genres, following their breakthrough album 'Stairway to Valhalla' from 2019. This album marks a continuation of their unique fusion of comedy and traditional themes, solidifying their niche within the Italian metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Steel Panther· Alestorm· DragonForce

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Requiem per Gigi Sabani in re minore 2:19
  • 2 L'assedio di Porto Cervo 4:14
  • 3 La maledizione di Capitan Findus 4:15
  • 4 La marcia su Piazza grande 2:24
  • 5 La mazurka del vecchio che guarda i cantieri 4:44
  • 6 La polenta taragnarock 4:44
  • 7 Scugnizzi of the Land of Fires 3:56
  • 8 Rosario 5:36
  • 9 Il signore degli anelli dello stadio 3:10
  • 10 Gabonzo robot 4:20
  • 11 Sulle aliquote della libertà 3:29
  • 12 Der Fluch des Kapt’n Iglo 4:16
  • 13 El baile del viejo que mira las obras 4:42

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata