Visor om slutet
Finntroll · 2003
32 min · 11 tracks · folk metal
A raucous blend of folk melodies and black metal ferocity, steeped in Finnish mythology and high-energy instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Suohengen sija — The opening track sets a fierce tone for the album with its fast-paced rhythms and haunting melodies, establishing the thematic essence of Finnish folklore.
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Den sista runans dans — This track exemplifies the blend of melodic elements and brutal instrumentation that defines the album, showcasing both lyrical depth and musical complexity.
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Madon laulu — Featuring a captivating mix of clean vocals and harsh metal elements, this song highlights Finntroll’s ability to balance melody with intensity while drawing on traditional themes.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of folk melodies with black metal intensity creates a distinctive sound that stands out in the genre.
What we noticed
- The first track opens with a traditional folk melody played on an accordion, which is quickly joined by heavy guitar riffs and blast beats.
- Several tracks feature alternating sections of melodic folk instrumentation and aggressive metal passages, creating a dynamic contrast.
- The EP includes multiple tempo changes, with some songs shifting from fast-paced sections to slower, more atmospheric moments.
- Vocals are predominantly harsh and growled, but there are also clean choral elements that enhance the folk influence.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow
- melodies with raucous energy
- engaging storytelling through music
- short bursts of intensity
- for energetic gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of slow ballads
- prefer standalone radio hits
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2003, Visor om slutet marked Finntroll's third studio album, following their breakthrough record, Jaktens Tid. This release solidified their unique sound, combining traditional Finnish folk music with aggressive metal elements, and showcased the band's artistic evolution as they gained wider recognition within the folk metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Korpiklaani· Ensiferum· Eluveitie
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Försvinn du som lyser
The lyrics shift from nature imagery to a direct invocation of darkness creeping into light, creating a tension between hope and despair.
This stark transition amplifies the emotional weight of the narrative while reinforcing the album's exploration of duality in Finnish mythology.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Suohengen sija 2:58
- 2 Asfågelns död 3:46
- 3 Försvinn du som lyser 2:38
- 4 Veripuu 1:15
- 5 Under varje rot och sten 3:17
- 6 När allt blir is 2:36
- 7 Den sista runans dans 3:44
- 8 Rov 2:05
- 9 Madon laulu 4:01
- 10 Svart djup 3:57
- 11 Avgrunden öppnas 2:19
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