Vögguvísur Yggdrasils cover

Released 10 years ago

Vögguvísur Yggdrasils

Skálmöld · 2016

88 min · 17 tracks · folk metal · viking metal

Epic orchestrations meld with thunderous riffs and traditional Icelandic melodies, creating a mythical soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mythical soundscapes for escapism
  • epic crescendos demanding attention
  • patient unfolding of narratives
  • immersive journeys through landscapes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, catchy tracks
  • seek light-hearted, upbeat vibes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Vögguvísur Yggdrasils' was released in 2016, Skálmöld had established themselves within the folk and viking metal scenes following their previous albums. This was their third studio album, showcasing a refined sound that built upon their earlier work and integrated more complex narratives inspired by Norse mythology.
Stylistic neighbors
Ensiferum· Amon Amarth· Korpiklaani

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Múspell 5:20
  • 2 Niflheimur 5:03
  • 3 Niðavellir 4:39
  • 4 Miðgarður 4:36
  • 5 Útgarður 4:29
  • 6 Álfheimur 6:35
  • 7 Ásgarður 5:43
  • 8 Helheimur 3:00
  • 9 Vanaheimur 9:17

Disc 2

  • 1 Drink 3:53
  • 2 Inní mér syngur vitleysingur 3:55
  • 3 Nattfödd 4:14
  • 4 Lazer Eyes 3:04
  • 5 Helreið afa 5:11
  • 6 Upprisa (live) 7:13
  • 7 Hefnd (live) 5:32
  • 8 Dauði (live) 6:53

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