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Thalassic

Ensiferum · 2020

43 min · 9 tracks · power metal · melodic death metal · folk metal

A maritime odyssey blending folk melodies with aggressive riffs and epic narratives.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • epic narratives for adventurous spirits
  • climactic moments that inspire reflection
  • maritime themes for wanderlust seekers
  • engaging storytelling through each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, standalone tracks
  • dislike thematic continuity across albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on July 10, 2020, 'Thalassic' marks Ensiferum's seventh studio album and their first since 2017's 'Two Paths'. The band continued to solidify their reputation within the folk metal genre, showcasing matured songwriting and elaborate arrangements that reflect their evolving sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Korpiklaani· Finntroll· Eluveitie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Seafarer’s Dream 3:01
  • 2 Rum, Women, Victory 4:16
  • 3 Andromeda 4:04
  • 4 The Defence of the Sampo 4:50
  • 5 Run From the Crushing Tide 4:22
  • 6 For Sirens 4:40
  • 7 One With the Sea 6:10
  • 8 Midsummer Magic 3:42
  • 9 Cold Northland (Väinämöinen, Part III) 8:41

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