Turis Fratyr
Equilibrium · 2005
58 min · 13 tracks · folk metal
A sweeping blend of symphonic black metal and folk elements, steeped in mythological themes and epic melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Wingthors Hammer — This track stands out with its powerful riffs and anthemic chorus, embodying the album's balance between aggression and melody while celebrating Norse mythology.
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Heimdalls Ruf — The brief interlude serves as a sonic bridge within the album, featuring atmospheric instrumentation that encapsulates the mystical essence of the album’s themes.
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Der Sturm — With its rapid tempo changes and dynamic structure, this song captures the fierce energy of the album and reinforces Equilibrium's unique stylistic approach.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and blends metal with folk elements, establishing a distinct sound in the genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered orchestration, blending heavy guitar riffs with traditional folk instruments.
- Several tracks incorporate choral elements, creating a grand and epic atmosphere that complements the mythological themes.
- The tempo varies significantly throughout, with some tracks maintaining a relentless pace while others slow down to emphasize lyrical storytelling.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- 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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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Die Prophezeiung
A climactic moment where the narrative shifts from foreboding tones to a triumphant assertion of destiny.
This shift not only provides emotional depth but also illustrates a pivotal turning point in the storyline, emphasizing themes of fate and resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Turis Fratyr 0:34
- 2 Wingthors Hammer 6:41
- 3 Unter der Eiche 4:50
- 4 Der Sturm 3:45
- 5 Widars Hallen 8:16
- 6 Met 2:23
- 7 Heimdalls Ruf 1:51
- 8 Die Prophezeiung 5:18
- 9 Nordheim 5:11
- 10 Im Fackelschein 1:58
- 11 Tote Heldensagen 9:10
- 12 Wald der Freiheit 3:00
- 13 Shingo Murata 5:27
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