Released 20 years ago
Legend Land
Leaves' Eyes · 2006
21 min · 6 tracks · gothic metal
A blend of symphonic metal and gothic elements, weaving haunting melodies with powerful instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Legend Land — The title track encapsulates the album's essence with its sweeping melodies and rich orchestration, setting a tone that resonates throughout the record.
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Skraelings — This track stands out for its energetic pace and vivid storytelling, drawing listeners into the Viking narrative while blending aggressive riffs with melodic vocals.
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Viking's Word — With its compelling lyrics and anthemic chorus, this song exemplifies Leaves' Eyes' ability to merge historical themes with powerful metal instrumentation.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and a blend of vocal styles, solidifying its place in gothic metal.
What we noticed
- The first four tracks feature a consistent use of orchestral arrangements that complement the heavy guitar riffs, creating a layered sound.
- Each song incorporates both male and female vocals, often alternating between harsh and melodic styles to enhance the thematic depth.
- The EP concludes with an extended version of the title track, which adds additional instrumental sections that expand on the original's motifs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- concise energetic journey
- mythical storytelling throughout tracks
- sweeping melodies for immersion
- front-loaded excitement and intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy explorative albums
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 2, 2006, 'Legend Land' was Leaves' Eyes' second studio album, following their debut 'Lovelorn'. This album solidified their presence in the gothic and symphonic metal scenes, showcasing a more refined sound and lyrical depth inspired by Norse mythology.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Skraelings
The bridge introduces a stark contrast with an atmospheric shift that emphasizes the confrontation between cultures.
This structural choice enhances the narrative tension, reflecting the cultural clash central to the song's theme.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Legend Land 3:42
- 2 Skraelings 3:34
- 3 Viking's Word 3:35
- 4 The Crossing 3:18
- 5 Lyset 2:15
- 6 Legend Land (extended version) 4:43
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