Will Stronger Than Death
Graveland · 2007
54 min · 7 tracks · black metal
Epic black metal anthems intertwine with orchestral elements, creating a grand soundscape of triumph and darkness.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fire Dragon of Black Sun — Opening with powerful riffs and sweeping melodies, this track sets the epic tone of the album while showcasing Graveland's signature blend of aggression and grandeur.
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Battle of the Giants — Featuring intricate arrangements and a dynamic structure, this track exemplifies the band's ability to weave storytelling into their music, highlighting themes of conflict and heroism.
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Victoria Divina — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this track encapsulates the overarching themes of victory and strength that permeate the album, making it a standout moment.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album combines orchestral elements with black metal, creating an ambitious sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a lengthy orchestral introduction that sets a dramatic tone before transitioning into fast-paced black metal riffs.
- Each track features multiple tempo changes, alternating between blast beats and slower, melodic sections that create a sense of epic storytelling.
- Several tracks incorporate choral elements and symphonic arrangements, enhancing the grandiosity of the sound while maintaining a raw metal edge.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
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
- grand soundscapes for immersion
- epic journeys through darkness
- cathartic release of tension
- intense focus on orchestral elements
- patient unfolding of narratives
Maybe skip if you
- prefer quick, catchy tunes
- avoid lengthy, complex compositions
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Will Stronger Than Death is Graveland's sixth studio album, following the 2005 release of Zmierzch. At this point in their career, Graveland had solidified their position within the black metal scene, expanding their sound while maintaining their thematic focus on history and mythology.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bathory· Darkthrone· Immortal
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fire Dragon of Black Sun 8:07
- 2 Throne of the Granite 8:07
- 3 Battle of the Giants 9:04
- 4 Fire and Snow 7:01
- 5 Apocalypto 7:47
- 6 Victoria Divina 5:55
- 7 Shadows of the Past 8:28
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