Kuu kaakon yllä
Viikate · 2009
52 min · 13 tracks · heavy metal
A fusion of heavy metal riffs and traditional Finnish rautalanka, evoking a haunting and nostalgic atmosphere throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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Kouvostoliiton laulu, I säk. — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its atmospheric sounds and hints at the themes of nostalgia and history that permeate the record.
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Kuu kaakon yllä — The title track encapsulates the band's signature sound, blending poignant lyrics with powerful instrumentation, representing the emotional core of the album.
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Viina, terva & hauta — This track exemplifies Viikate’s lyrical storytelling, intertwining imagery of life and death with their distinctive musical style, making it memorable within the album's context.
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Elämä kuin — With an infectious melody and reflective lyrics, this song showcases the band's ability to balance heaviness with accessibility, appealing to a broader audience.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Eräs kaunis päivä
The narrative shifts from a serene reflection on beauty to an unsettling realization of loss.
This juxtaposition highlights the contrast between hope and despair, effectively capturing the album's thematic duality.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kouvostoliiton laulu, I säk. 0:37
- 2 Elämä kuin 4:20
- 3 Kravattipakko 4:14
- 4 Eräs kaunis päivä 4:24
- 5 Avoimen maan äärellä 3:50
- 6 Aaveissa vainko olet mun 4:51
- 7 Viina, terva & hauta 4:02
- 8 Korpi 8:02
- 9 Kuu kaakon yllä 6:16
- 10 Kouvostoliiton laulu, IX säk. 0:41
- 11 Hautajaissydän 3:58
- 12 Humppalaki 2:08
- 13 Olkoon humppa 4:48
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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