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The Swan Road

Drudkh · 2005

43 min · 7 tracks · black metal

A haunting blend of atmospheric melodies and fierce black metal aggression echoing the struggles of Ukrainian history.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

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

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'The Swan Road' is Drudkh's third studio album, solidifying their identity within the black metal scene after their acclaimed debut, 'Forgotten Legends.' This album followed a notable trajectory where they began to incorporate more elements of Ukrainian folk music into their sound, further distinguishing them from contemporaries.
Stylistic neighbors
Darkspace· Archgoat· Impiety

Tracklist

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

  • 1 1648 1:40
  • 2 Вічне сонце 7:42
  • 3 Кров 9:04
  • 4 Заграва 1768-го 5:58
  • 5 Ціна волі 8:13
  • 6 Доля 6:41
  • 7 Дума про руйнування січі 4:23

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