Maledictus Eris
Svartsot · 2011
46 min · 11 tracks · viking metal
A fierce blend of melodic death metal and folk elements, steeped in Norse mythology and Danish history.
Top tracks — play these first
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Dødedansen — This track stands out for its haunting melodies intertwined with aggressive instrumentation, embodying the album's exploration of life and death themes.
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Den nidske gud — The song captures the essence of Svartsot’s sound by merging heavy riffs with traditional folk elements, creating an atmospheric experience that resonates throughout the album.
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Kunsten at dø — This track highlights the band's ability to balance melody and heaviness, showcasing both lyrical depth and musical complexity that defines Maledictus Eris.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends heavy metal with folk elements effectively, showcasing strong arrangements and thematic depth.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of dual vocal styles, alternating between growls and clean singing to convey different emotional tones.
- Each track incorporates traditional folk instruments alongside heavy guitar riffs, creating a layered sound that reflects its thematic roots in Norse mythology.
- Several tracks include tempo shifts that enhance the dramatic effect, particularly during transitions from verses to choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Staden... 0:48
- 2 Gud giv det varer ved! 4:26
- 3 Dødedansen 4:59
- 4 Farsoten kom 4:32
- 5 Holdt ned af en tjørn 4:26
- 6 Den forgængelige tro 4:46
- 7 Om jeg lever kveg 3:22
- 8 Kunsten at dø 5:04
- 9 Den nidske gud 4:49
- 10 Spigrene 4:13
- 11 ...og landet ligger så øde hen 4:46
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