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Odin

Wizard · 2003

56 min · 11 tracks · power metal

Epic power metal anthems intersect with mythological themes and soaring vocals, creating a vivid sonic landscape of Norse legend.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Prophecy — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its dramatic instrumentation and narrative lyrics that introduce the mythological themes explored throughout.
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    Thor’s Hammer — A standout anthem that combines powerful riffs and a catchy chorus, embodying the essence of power metal while celebrating Norse mythology.
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    Hall of Odin — This track features intricate melodies and harmonized vocals that highlight Wizard's musical craftsmanship while drawing listeners further into the album's epic narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

Odin combines mythological themes with power metal elements, showcasing strong compositions and distinct sound.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of orchestral arrangements alongside heavy guitar riffs, creating a grandiose soundscape.
  • Each track typically follows a verse-chorus structure, with anthemic choruses that invite listener participation.
  • Several tracks incorporate tempo changes, particularly during transitions between verses and choruses, enhancing the dramatic effect.
  • Lyrical themes are heavily focused on Norse mythology, with each song exploring different characters or stories.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
6/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Prophecy 5:19
  • 2 Betrayer 4:53
  • 3 Dead Hope 6:02
  • 4 Dark God 5:42
  • 5 Loki’s Punishment 5:08
  • 6 Beginning of the End 4:01
  • 7 Thor’s Hammer 5:01
  • 8 Hall of Odin 5:06
  • 9 The Powergod 5:21
  • 10 March of the Einheriers 5:40
  • 11 End of All 3:53

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