Third Age of the Sun
Battlelore · 2005
62 min · 16 tracks · symphonic metal
Epic orchestration intertwines with thunderous metal riffs, conjuring a fantastical landscape steeped in myth and legend.
Top tracks — play these first
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Storm of the Blades — This track showcases Battlelore's signature blend of aggressive riffs and melodic elements, encapsulating the album's epic battle themes.
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Gwaith-i-Mírdain — A highlight that combines lush orchestration with engaging vocal harmonies, illustrating the band's ability to create immersive soundscapes.
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Valier—Queens of the Valar — This track stands out for its grand arrangement and lyrical homage to Tolkien's mythology, reinforcing the band's thematic focus.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of orchestration and metal creates a unique sound, though it may not deeply resonate over time.
What we noticed
- The album features orchestral arrangements that alternate with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dynamic contrast between symphonic and metal elements.
- Several tracks incorporate choral vocals, enhancing the epic feel and contributing to the thematic storytelling.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent high energy level, while the latter half introduces slower tempos and more atmospheric pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo epic journey
- fantastical landscapes in sound
- immersive mythological storytelling
- dynamic contrasts of intensity
- adventurous spirit for exploration
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on July 14, 2005, 'Third Age of the Sun' is Battlelore's third studio album, following their 2003 release 'Sword's Song'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique blend of symphonic metal and fantasy-themed storytelling, which began to gain significant traction in the European metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Usvainen Rhûn 1:36
- 2 Storm of the Blades 3:22
- 3 Ghân of the Woods 4:41
- 4 Gwaith-i-Mírdain 3:43
- 5 Trollshaws 4:07
- 6 Elves of Lúva 4:39
- 7 Valier—Queens of the Valar 4:19
- 8 Thousand Caves 4:05
- 9 Cloaked in Her Unlight 4:13
- 10 Of Orcs and Elves 4:26
- 11 Touch of Green and Gold 3:59
- 12 Pallando—Forgotten Wizards I 3:31
- 13 Gollum’s Cry 3:04
- 14 Alatar—Forgotten Wizards II 3:33
- 15 Elessar’s Call 4:11
- 16 Dwimmerlaik 4:28
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