The Lay of Thrym
Týr · 2011
45 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal · folk metal
Epic folk metal melodies intertwine with progressive elements, drawing on Norse mythology and rich storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- epic storytelling through melodies
- immersive narrative journey
- mythological themes and imagery
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification
- seek short standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2011, Týr released 'The Lay of Thrym' as their fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'By the Light of the Northern Star' from 2009. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation in the folk metal scene, continuing to blend traditional themes with intricate musical arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eluveitie· Korpiklaani· Finntroll
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Flames of the Free 4:17
- 2 Shadow of the Swastika 4:23
- 3 Take Your Tyrant 3:53
- 4 Evening Star 5:04
- 5 Hall of Freedom 4:06
- 6 Fields of the Fallen 4:58
- 7 Konning Hans 4:27
- 8 Ellindur Bóndi á Jađri 3:55
- 9 Nine Worlds of Lore 4:04
- 10 The Lay of Thrym 6:47
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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