Magic & Mayhem – Tales from the Early Years cover

Magic & Mayhem – Tales from the Early Years

Amorphis · 2010

60 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal · melodic death metal · folk metal

A grand tapestry of melodic death, folk influences, and atmospheric metal that evokes mythical landscapes.

Why this album works

This album emphasizes Amorphis's enduring influence on the metal scene, particularly within the melodic death metal genre. It received positive reviews for its fresh interpretations of earlier works, connecting new listeners with the band's history while appealing to long-time fans.
Best for
mythical landscapes through sound dynamic progression with resolution wave-like pacing for immersion
Context
Released on September 17, 2010, 'Magic & Mayhem' is a compilation album from Amorphis, marking their two-decade milestone since their debut. This collection features re-recorded classics from their early career, showcasing the evolution of their sound while celebrating their roots in the death-doom and folk metal genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Dark the Suns· Septicflesh· Ensiferum

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Magic and Mayhem 5:24
  • 2 Vulgar Necrolatry Standout 4:44
  • 3 Into Hiding 3:53
  • 4 Black Winter Day Standout 3:55
  • 5 On Rich and Poor 5:24
  • 6 Exile of the Sons of Uisliu 3:56
  • 7 The Castaway 5:56
  • 8 Song of the Troubled One 4:14
  • 9 Sign From the North Side 5:04
  • 10 Drowned Maid 4:11
  • 11 Against Widows 4:19
  • 12 My Kantele Standout 6:49
  • 13 Light My Fire 2:44

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