The Ways of Yore
Burzum · 2014
68 min · 13 tracks · black metal · dark ambient · neofolk
A haunting blend of dark ambient soundscapes woven with minimalist black metal textures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released on January 1, 2014, 'The Ways of Yore' is Burzum's first album in over a decade, following the controversial 'Fallen' (2011). This period marked a significant return for Varg Vikernes, as he navigated his complex legacy and renewed interest in his music after years of incarceration.
- If you like
- black metal, dark ambient, neofolk
The Ways of Yore is an album by Burzum, released in 2014. A haunting blend of dark ambient soundscapes woven with minimalist black metal textures. This album matters due to its polarizing reception, reflecting the ongoing debate surrounding Vikernes’ controversial views and the implications they have on his artistry. While it did not chart highly, it reaffirmed Burzum's influence in black metal and dark ambient circles, continuing to cultivate a dedicated fanbase despite the artist's contentious history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ways of Yore sound like?
A haunting blend of dark ambient soundscapes woven with minimalist black metal textures. Rooted in black metal and dark ambient.
What makes The Ways of Yore by Burzum notable?
This album matters due to its polarizing reception, reflecting the ongoing debate surrounding Vikernes’ controversial views and the implications they have on his artistry. While it did not chart highly, it reaffirmed Burzum's influence in black metal and dark ambient circles, continuing to cultivate a dedicated fanbase despite the artist's contentious history. Released on January 1, 2014, 'The Ways of Yore' is Burzum's first album in over a decade, following the controversial 'Fallen' (2011). This period marked a significant return for Varg Vikernes, as he navigated his complex legacy and renewed interest in his music after years of incarceration.
Who is The Ways of Yore for?
The Ways of Yore works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on The Ways of Yore?
The Ways of Yore has 13 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 God From the Machine 1:40
- 2 The Portal 2:19
- 3 Heill Óðinn Standout 3:10
- 4 The Lady in the Lake Standout 4:39
- 5 The Coming of Ettins 4:36
- 6 The Reckoning of Man 7:16
- 7 Heil Freyja 1:56
- 8 The Ways of Yore Standout 6:11
- 9 Ek fellr (I Am Falling) 2:53
- 10 Hall of the Fallen 5:06
- 11 Autumn Leaves 4:50
- 12 Emptiness 13:12
- 13 To Hel and Back Again 10:44
Release Date
January 1, 2014
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
68 min 37 sec
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