Metallisydän
Maj Karma · 2003
39 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal
A fusion of heavy metal riffs and melodic hooks, reflecting Finnish folklore and modern themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Metallisydän — The title track encapsulates the album's core themes, blending heavy guitar riffs with lyrical depth about identity and resilience.
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Iso mies pohjoisesta — This opening track sets a powerful tone for the album, showcasing energetic instrumentation paired with storytelling that hints at Nordic mythology.
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Lady Day on kuollut — A poignant ballad that highlights the band's softer side, it juxtaposes heavy metal elements with introspective lyrics about loss and remembrance.
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 Finnish folklore, creating a distinctive sound that rewards multiple listens.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of heavy guitar riffs paired with melodic choruses, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the tracks.
- Several songs incorporate traditional Finnish instruments or motifs, blending them seamlessly with modern heavy metal elements.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- lyrical storytelling with depth
- captivating riffs for focus
- thought-provoking themes throughout
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek purely upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Metallisydän is Maj Karma's third studio album, following their breakthrough with the critically acclaimed 2001 album, Kiviset kädet. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their place in the Finnish heavy metal scene, known for their unique blend of rock and cultural narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Children of Bodom· Arch Enemy· In Flames
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Iso mies pohjoisesta 2:52
- 2 Metallisydän 3:17
- 3 Ritarisydän 3:12
- 4 Liskokuninkaan poika 2:53
- 5 Rocktähti muistelee 2:51
- 6 Elena Leeve 4:04
- 7 Lady Day on kuollut 4:19
- 8 Arpi 2:55
- 9 Raskaat linnut 3:26
- 10 Jonnat tulevat 2:17
- 11 Katutyttöjen laulu 3:15
- 12 Satulaulu 4:01
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