Manala cover

Manala

Korpiklaani · 2012

49 min · 13 tracks · folk metal · humppa

A vibrant fusion of Finnish folk melodies and metal intensity that invites listeners to dance and revel in ancient tales.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo dance energy
  • invigorating storytelling through sound
  • celebratory communal listening experience
  • ancient tales with vibrant melodies

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • dislike engaging with narrative flow

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 3, 2012, 'Manala' is Korpiklaani's seventh studio album. Following their 2011 release 'Kunnia', this album solidified their unique blend of folk metal while showcasing mature songwriting and thematic depth related to Finnish mythology.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Eluveitie· Ensiferum

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kunnia 3:25
  • 2 Tuonelan tuvilla 3:10
  • 3 Rauta 3:06
  • 4 Ruuminmultaa 3:37
  • 5 Petoeläimen kuola 3:15
  • 6 Synkkä 5:25
  • 7 Ievan polkka 3:08
  • 8 Husky Sledge 1:48
  • 9 Dolorous 3:05
  • 10 Uni 3:49
  • 11 Metsälle 5:41
  • 12 Sumussa hämärän aamun 6:21
  • 13 Soil of the Corpse 3:37

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