Ur jordens djup
Finntroll · 2007
55 min · 11 tracks · folk metal
A thunderous blend of traditional Finnish folk melodies and aggressive metal riffs, evoking a mythical landscape of ancient battles and dark legends.
Top tracks — play these first
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Gryning — Opening with an infectious melody that sets the tone for the album, Gryning introduces listeners to Finntroll's signature blend of folk and metal.
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Korpens saga — This track features intricate guitar work and powerful choruses that encapsulate the epic storytelling aspect of the band's music.
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Maktens spira — A standout track that showcases the band’s ability to fuse aggressive rhythms with traditional folk instrumentation, creating a dynamic listening experience.
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Ormhäxan — With its driving tempo and haunting melodies, Ormhäxan exemplifies the dark thematic elements prevalent throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines folk melodies with metal, showcasing strong craftsmanship and distinctiveness within its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a fast-paced track that sets a high energy level, which is maintained through the first half before transitioning to slower, more atmospheric pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. 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.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with climactic peaks
- mythical storytelling through soundscapes
- wave-like pacing with intensity shifts
- immersive experience for dedicated listeners
Maybe skip if you
- seeking immediate gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Ur jordens djup is Finntroll's fourth studio album, following their breakthrough record Nattfödd. At this point in their career, the band solidified their unique style, blending folk elements with extreme metal, gaining a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Korpiklaani· Ensiferum· Eluveitie
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gryning 3:31
- 2 Sång 4:40
- 3 Korpens saga 3:26
- 4 Nedgång 3:43
- 5 Ur djupet 4:58
- 6 Slagbröder 4:31
- 7 En mäktig här 4:18
- 8 Ormhäxan 4:38
- 9 Maktens spira 3:28
- 10 Under två runor 5:36
- 11 Kvällning 13:01
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