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Live in Midgård

Therion · 2002

114 min · 24 tracks · symphonic metal

A grand orchestral metal experience that weaves mythological narratives into powerful performances.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mythical narratives with grandiosity
  • dynamic progression through peaks
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • suitable for evening reflection
  • orchestral intensity for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking quick, standalone tracks
  • prefer light, upbeat listening

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Live in Midgård' was released in 2002, Therion was transitioning from their earlier death metal roots into a fully realized symphonic metal sound. This album followed their successful studio album 'Secret of the Runes' (2001), showcasing their elaborate orchestration and choral arrangements while solidifying their place in the evolving metal scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Ginnungagap 6:38
  • 2 Invocation of Naamah 5:23
  • 3 Birth of Venus Illegitima 5:19
  • 4 Enter Vril-Ya 7:01
  • 5 Riders of Theli 3:12
  • 6 Symphony of the Dead 3:45
  • 7 A Black Rose 2:22
  • 8 The Return 2:40
  • 9 Baal Reginon 2:20
  • 10 Flesh of the Gods 4:19
  • 11 Seawinds 5:02
  • 12 Schwarzalbenheim 3:40
  • 13 In the Desert of Set 5:39

Disc 2

  • 1 The Wings of the Hydra 3:25
  • 2 Asgård 4:12
  • 3 Secret of the Runes 4:23
  • 4 The Rise of Sodom and Gomorrah 5:54
  • 5 Summernight City 5:10
  • 6 The Beauty in Black 3:42
  • 7 Seven Secrets of the Sphinx 3:39
  • 8 Wine of Aluqah 4:54
  • 9 Raven of Dispersion 6:25
  • 10 To Mega Therion 8:30
  • 11 Cults of the Shadow 6:38

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