Jordpuls
Vintersorg · 2011
46 min · 9 tracks · black metal
A vibrant fusion of progressive metal and folk elements, draped in atmospheric melodies and heavy riffs that evoke the natural world.
Top tracks — play these first
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Världsalltets fanfar — Opening with grand orchestration, this track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Vintersorg's ability to blend epic melodies with complex rhythms.
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Mörk nebulosa — This track features haunting vocals and intricate guitar work, embodying the thematic exploration of cosmic mystery that permeates the album.
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Eld och lågor — With its driving pace and lyrical themes addressing nature's fury, this song encapsulates the album's balance between aggression and melodic beauty.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Jordpuls blends progressive metal with folk elements effectively, showcasing strong composition and craft.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a symphonic introduction that sets a grand tone, followed by tracks that alternate between aggressive riffs and melodic interludes.
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies that shift between clean singing and harsh growls, creating dynamic contrasts.
- The use of folk instruments is prominent in the arrangements, particularly in tracks like 'Skogen sover', which adds an organic texture to the sound.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- atmospheric soundscapes that inspire
- vibrant melodies for nature lovers
- dynamic shifts in intensity
- immersive journey through landscapes
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek immediate gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Jordpuls is Vintersorg's sixth studio album, released after a period of artistic exploration following the band's earlier works. By 2011, they had firmly established themselves within the black and folk metal scenes, with this release reflecting a maturation in their sound and thematic depth.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Världsalltets fanfar 5:20
- 2 Klippor och skär 6:12
- 3 Till dånet av forsar och fall 4:31
- 4 Mörk nebulosa 5:23
- 5 Stjärndyrkan 5:06
- 6 Skogen sover 5:54
- 7 Vindögat 4:34
- 8 Palissader 5:27
- 9 Eld och lågor 4:14
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