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Origins

Eluveitie · 2014

93 min · 22 tracks · melodic death metal · folk metal · Celtic metal

A vibrant tapestry of Celtic folk melodies entwined with thunderous metal riffs and heartfelt vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • vibrant tapestry of melodies
  • engaging storytelling through music
  • for adventurous listening sessions
  • headphone detail hunting in layers

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 1, 2014, 'Origins' is Eluveitie's fifth studio album, following their commercially successful record 'Helvetios'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the folk metal scene, blending traditional Swiss musical elements with modern metal techniques. This album marked a continuation of their exploration into themes of Celtic mythology and history.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Korpiklaani· Ensiferum

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Origins 2:13
  • 2 The Nameless 4:12
  • 3 From Darkness 4:11
  • 4 Celtos 3:57
  • 5 Virunus 4:51
  • 6 Nothing 0:57
  • 7 The Call of the Mountains 4:14
  • 8 Sucellos 5:05
  • 9 Inception 3:46
  • 10 Vianna 3:36
  • 11 The Silver Sister 4:15
  • 12 King 4:33
  • 13 The Day of Strife 3:49
  • 14 Ogmios 0:29
  • 15 Carry the Torch 4:37
  • 16 Eternity 2:34

Disc 2

  • 1 The Call of the Mountains 4:18
  • 2 King 4:32
  • 3 Interview 12:35
  • 4 The Uprising 5:30
  • 5 Uxellodunon 4:31
  • 6 Havoc 4:51

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