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Tyr

Black Sabbath · 1990

39 min · 9 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · doom metal

Epic heavy metal riffs intertwine with mythological themes and a hauntingly atmospheric soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • epic soundscapes for immersion
  • steady pacing with climactic moments
  • mythological themes for deep reflection
  • atmospheric listening for focus

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification tracks
  • prefer short, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Themes
Norse mythology· spiritual conflict
Career context
Released on August 20, 1990, 'Tyr' was Black Sabbath's fourteenth studio album and marked a period of artistic experimentation following the departure of key members. This album featured Tony Iommi, Geezer Butler, and vocalist Tony Martin, showcasing a shift toward more conceptual, thematic content rooted in Norse mythology.
Stylistic neighbors
Candlemass· Electric Wizard· Pentagram
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Nightfall by Candlemass — Shares epic doom metal riffs and explores dark, mythological themes with a haunting atmosphere.
Hammerheart by Bathory — Combines heavy metal with Viking mythology, creating a similarly grand and atmospheric sound.
My Arms, Your Hearse by Opeth — Blends heavy riffs with conceptual storytelling and an atmospheric, melancholic vibe reflecting inner conflict.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Anno Mundi 6:12
  • 2 The Law Maker 3:53
  • 3 Jerusalem 3:59
  • 4 The Sabbath Stones 6:46
  • 5 The Battle of Tyr 1:08
  • 6 Odin’s Court 2:42
  • 7 Valhalla 4:41
  • 8 Feels Good to Me 5:44
  • 9 Heaven in Black 4:05

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