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Unholan urut

Viikate · 2005

40 min · 9 tracks · heavy metal

A powerful blend of heavy metal and traditional rautalanka guitar melodies creates an atmospheric yet aggressive soundscape.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Unholan urut — The title track encapsulates the album’s thematic essence, blending haunting melodies with powerful riffs that set the tone for the entire record.
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    Vesi jota pelkäät — This song showcases a dynamic emotional range, combining introspective lyrics with an intense musical landscape that exemplifies Viikate's stylistic blend.
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    He eivät hengitä — The closing track masterfully balances somber tones with intricate instrumentation, creating a compelling conclusion that reflects the album's darker themes.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Pohjoista viljaa

    A shift occurs where the narrative voice transitions from collective experiences to deeply personal reflections on loss and longing.

    This change in perspective allows for a more intimate exploration of themes previously addressed in broader terms throughout the album.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Unholan urut 4:26
  • 2 Pohjoista viljaa 4:00
  • 3 Nämä herrasmiehet 4:25
  • 4 Ajakaa! 3:27
  • 5 Vesi jota pelkäät 4:19
  • 6 Tie 4:00
  • 7 Autuaat 6:09
  • 8 Käki 4:01
  • 9 He eivät hengitä 5:36

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata