Two Tragedy Poets
Elvenking · 2008
45 min · 13 tracks · power metal
An enchanting blend of folk melodies and power metal vigor, steeped in whimsical storytelling and dark lyrical themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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From Blood to Stone — This track exemplifies Elvenking's ability to intertwine powerful guitar riffs with folk-inspired melodies, creating an anthemic atmosphere that resonates throughout the album.
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Heaven Is a Place on Earth — The song stands out with its catchy chorus and thematic exploration of longing and desire, encapsulating the emotional depth present in the album.
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Not My Final Song — Featuring a compelling narrative arc and dynamic instrumentation, this track highlights the band's skill in crafting engaging stories through their music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends folk and metal effectively but has moments that disrupt its flow.
What we noticed
- The first five tracks maintain a consistent tempo, while the sixth track introduces an acoustic arrangement that shifts the album's dynamic.
- Several tracks feature dual vocal harmonies, blending clean singing with harsher styles to enhance the storytelling aspect.
- The album includes two acoustic versions of previously released songs, which provide contrast and showcase different interpretations of the material.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling with vibrancy
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- playful narratives to engage imagination
- acoustic moments for reflective pauses
- energetic spirit for lively gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefers long, serious compositions
- seeks heavy, intense soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 14, 2008, 'Two Tragedy Poets' is Elvenking's fifth studio album, following their 2006 release 'The Scythe'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that combines elements of folk and power metal, attracting a dedicated fanbase across Europe.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Korpiklaani· Finntroll· Blind Guardian
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Caravan of Weird Figures 1:16
- 2 Another Awful Hobs Tale 3:09
- 3 From Blood to Stone 4:11
- 4 Ask a Silly Question 3:30
- 5 She Lives at Dawn 1:24
- 6 The Winter Wake (acoustic version) 4:11
- 7 Heaven Is a Place on Earth 4:11
- 8 My Own Spider’s Web 4:21
- 9 Not My Final Song 4:44
- 10 The Blackest of My Hearts 3:30
- 11 The Wanderer (acoustic version) 4:50
- 12 Miss Conception 3:49
- 13 My Little Moon 2:15
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