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Tracks from the Wilderness

Skyclad

25 min · 6 tracks · heavy metal · thrash metal · folk metal

A vibrant collision of folk melodies and thrash energy, rooted in heavy metal tradition and poetic lyricism.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • quick bursts of energetic anthems
  • poetic reflections on social themes
  • live recordings that capture spontaneity
  • front-loaded intensity with gradual resolution

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, drawn-out compositions
  • seek immediate gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1996, 'Tracks from the Wilderness' captures Skyclad during their artistic evolution, following their critically acclaimed album 'The Wayward Sons of Mother Earth.' This collection showcases their signature blend of folk and metal, solidifying their status as pioneers in the folk metal genre while marking a period of increased experimentation in their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Finntroll· Eluveitie· Korpiklaani

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Emerald 3:35
  • 2 A Room Next Door 4:52
  • 3 When All Else Fails 4:20
  • 4 The Declaration of Indifference (live) 3:59
  • 5 Spinning Jenny (live) 3:02
  • 6 Skyclad (live) 5:26

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