Likferd
Windir · 2003
48 min · 8 tracks · black metal
A fierce blend of atmospheric black metal laced with traditional Norwegian folk elements and haunting melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Resurrection of the Wild — Opening the album with an explosive energy, this track encapsulates Windir's signature sound by blending aggressive riffs with lush melodies that draw from nature's imagery.
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Martyrium — This song showcases intricate guitar work and dynamic shifts, embodying the essence of Windir's folk-black fusion while exploring themes of sacrifice and devotion.
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Ætti mørkna — The closing track reveals a deep emotional journey, weaving together haunting vocals and layered instrumentation that reflect the album's thematic depth and musical complexity.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Likferd effectively merges black metal with Norwegian folk elements, showcasing strong composition and distinctiveness.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that features blast beats and shrieking vocals, establishing a high-energy tone.
- Several tracks incorporate traditional folk instruments, such as the hardingfele, which blend seamlessly with the black metal instrumentation.
- The final track features an extended outro that gradually fades out, leaving a lingering atmosphere.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies with elements
- immersive soundscapes for contemplation
- cathartic moments of fierce energy
- narrative arcs that unfold gradually
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- want straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Likferd marked Windir's third album, following their critically acclaimed debut, Sofv i Vekevær. By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound, merging black metal with folk influences, establishing themselves as key players in the Norwegian metal scene.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Resurrection of the Wild 5:52
- 2 Martyrium 5:00
- 3 Despot 6:01
- 4 Blodssvik 5:47
- 5 Fagning 8:31
- 6 On the Mountain of Goats 5:24
- 7 Dauden 4:19
- 8 Ætti mørkna 7:42
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