Mägo de Oz
Mägo de Oz · 1997
25 min · 5 tracks · folk metal
A vibrant blend of folk melodies and heavy metal riffs, steeped in Spanish folklore and theatrical storytelling.
Why this album works
- Best for
- theatrical storytelling experiences short, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Mägo de Oz released their self-titled album in 1997 as their second studio album, following their debut 'La Bruja' from 1994. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a niche within the folk metal genre, establishing their distinctive sound that blends traditional Spanish music with rock elements.
- If you like
- folk metal
Mägo de Oz is an EP by Mägo de Oz, released in 1997. A vibrant blend of folk melodies and heavy metal riffs, steeped in Spanish folklore and theatrical storytelling. This album helped solidify Mägo de Oz's reputation in the Spanish rock scene, reaching number one on the Spanish charts. The fusion of metal with folk elements influenced a generation of bands within the genre and helped popularize folk metal in Spain. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Mägo de Oz sound like?
A vibrant blend of folk melodies and heavy metal riffs, steeped in Spanish folklore and theatrical storytelling. Rooted in folk metal.
What makes Mägo de Oz by Mägo de Oz notable?
This album helped solidify Mägo de Oz's reputation in the Spanish rock scene, reaching number one on the Spanish charts. The fusion of metal with folk elements influenced a generation of bands within the genre and helped popularize folk metal in Spain. Mägo de Oz released their self-titled album in 1997 as their second studio album, following their debut 'La Bruja' from 1994. At this point, the band was beginning to carve out a niche within the folk metal genre, establishing their distinctive sound that blends traditional Spanish music with rock elements.
Who is Mägo de Oz for?
Mägo de Oz works well if you're into theatrical storytelling experiences, short, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Mägo de Oz?
Mägo de Oz has 5 tracks, running approximately 25 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 El lago Standout 4:26
- 2 T'esnucaré contra'l bidé 4:17
- 3 El hijo del blues Standout 4:45
- 4 Gerdundula 1:46
- 5 Mägo de Oz Standout 10:43
Release Date
October 12, 1997
Artist Origin
Spain
Runtime
25 min 59 sec
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