Sagas
Equilibrium · 2008
79 min · 13 tracks · folk metal · symphonic black metal
Epic melodies intertwine with harsh vocals, creating a vibrant tapestry of folk and symphonic black metal.
Why this album works
'Sagas' received acclaim for its ambitious fusion of genres, particularly within the German folk metal community. The album's standout tracks contributed to its chart success, reaching notable positions in Germany's music charts and establishing Equilibrium as key players in the metal genre.
- Best for
- gradual build to epic finale immersive storytelling across tracks dynamic shifts in intensity
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2008, 'Sagas' marked Equilibrium's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Turis Fratyr' in 2005. At this point, they were solidifying their presence in the folk metal scene, expanding their musical complexity and thematic depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nokturnal Mortum· Agalloch· In Extremo
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prolog auf Erden 3:39
- 2 Wurzelbert 4:58
- 3 Blut im Auge Standout 4:44
- 4 Unbesiegt Standout 6:19
- 5 Verrat 6:04
- 6 Snüffel 5:45
- 7 Heimwärts 2:33
- 8 Heiderauche 2:30
- 9 Die Weide und der Fluß 7:20
- 10 Des Sängers Fluch 8:05
- 11 Ruf in den Wind 4:53
- 12 Dämmerung 5:55
- 13 Mana Standout 16:22
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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