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Slania

Eluveitie · 2008

75 min · 19 tracks · melodic death metal · folk metal · Celtic metal

A fusion of ancient Celtic melodies and aggressive metal riffs creates a captivating, atmospheric soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on February 15, 2008, 'Slania' was Eluveitie's breakthrough album, solidifying their place in the folk metal scene. This sophomore release followed their debut, 'Spirit,' and showcased a refined sound that incorporated traditional instruments alongside melodic death metal elements, helping them gain international recognition.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Korpiklaani· Ensiferum

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Samon 1:49
  • 2 Primordial Breath 4:19
  • 3 Inis Mona 4:09
  • 4 Gray Sublime Archon 4:21
  • 5 Anagantios 3:26
  • 6 Bloodstained Ground 3:21
  • 7 The Somber Lay 4:01
  • 8 Slanias Song 5:41
  • 9 Giamonios 1:23
  • 10 Tarvos 4:39
  • 11 Calling the Rain 5:06
  • 12 Elembivos 6:32
  • 13 Samon (acoustic version) 1:29
  • 14 Interview with Slania 6:00
  • 15 Samon (demo) 1:46
  • 16 Primordial Breath (demo) 4:40
  • 17 Inis Mona (demo) 4:30
  • 18 Bloodstained Ground (demo) 3:14
  • 19 Tarvos (demo) 5:00

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