The Silent Whales of Lunar Sea
Skyclad · 1995
50 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · folk metal
A vibrant fusion of folk melodies and heavy metal energy, wrapped in sharp lyrical wit.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- sharp lyrical wit appreciation
- thoughtful in-order listening
- moments of vibrant energy
- reflective storytelling elements
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid complex lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1995, 'The Silent Whales of Lunar Sea' was Skyclad's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution within the folk metal genre. This album came after 'The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth' and solidified their position as pioneers of blending traditional folk elements with thrash metal aggression. It also marked a time when the band was refining their unique sound characterized by poignant lyrics and eclectic instrumentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Finntroll· Eluveitie· Korpiklaani
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Still Spinning Shrapnel 4:34
- 2 Just What Nobody Wanted 4:48
- 3 Art-Nazi 3:42
- 4 Jeopardy 4:20
- 5 Brimstone Ballet 4:13
- 6 A Stranger in the Garden 5:27
- 7 Another Fine Mess 6:15
- 8 Turncoat Rebellion 2:06
- 9 Halo of Flies 5:23
- 10 Desperanto (A Song for Europe?) 3:29
- 11 The Present Imperfect 4:04
- 12 The Dance of the Dandy Hound 2:29
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