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Korven Kuningas

Korpiklaani · 2008

74 min · 15 tracks · folk metal · humppa

A vibrant blend of folk melodies and metal riffs, celebrating Finnish culture with energetic rhythms and lively instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • celebratory rhythms for gatherings
  • gradual build to epic climax
  • lively instrumentation for dancing
  • vibrant energy for outdoor events

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer calm, subdued soundscapes
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2008, 'Korven Kuningas' is Korpiklaani's fifth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Tales Along This Road' in 2006. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their identity within the folk metal genre while continuing to explore traditional Finnish themes through a heavier lens.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Eluveitie· Ensiferum

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Tapporauta 4:12
  • 2 Metsämies 2:59
  • 3 Keep On Galloping 4:07
  • 4 Northern Fall 3:04
  • 5 Shall We Take a Turn? 3:27
  • 6 Paljon on koskessa kiviä 3:44
  • 7 Ali jäisten vetten 4:09
  • 8 Gods on Fire 3:47
  • 9 Kipakka 4:17
  • 10 Kantaiso 4:05
  • 11 Kipumylly 3:52
  • 12 Suden joiku 4:22
  • 13 Runamoine 4:02
  • 14 Syntykoski syömmehessäin 3:05
  • 15 Korven kuningas 20:41

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