The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth
Skyclad · 1991
46 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · folk metal
Folk-infused metal weaves through poetic narratives, bridging ancient themes with vibrant instrumentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poetic narrative explorations
- immersive storytelling experiences
- reflective and contemplative moods
- dynamic shifts in pacing
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1991, 'The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth' marked Skyclad's debut album, establishing them as pioneers of the folk metal genre. At this point, the band was transitioning from their thrash roots into a unique sound that integrated traditional folk elements with heavy music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Finntroll· Eluveitie· Korpiklaani
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sky Beneath My Feet 5:41
- 2 Trance Dance (A Dreamtime Walkabout) 5:29
- 3 A Minute's Piece 1:11
- 4 The Widdershins Jig 3:41
- 5 Our Dying Island 7:08
- 6 Intro: Pagan Man 0:49
- 7 The Cradle Will Fall 6:23
- 8 Skyclad 5:04
- 9 Moongleam and Meadowsweet 4:35
- 10 Terminus 6:37
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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