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Wintersun

Wintersun · 2004

54 min · 8 tracks · power metal · melodic death metal · symphonic metal

Epic melodies intertwine with intricate rhythms, creating a vast soundscape that evokes the harsh beauty of winter.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2004, 'Wintersun' marked the debut album for the Finnish band Wintersun, led by Jari Mäenpää after his tenure with Ensiferum. The album came during a pivotal phase as Mäenpää sought to establish his vision of blending melodic death metal with symphonic elements.
Stylistic neighbors
Ensiferum· Norther· Eluveitie

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Beyond the Dark Sun 2:38
  • 2 Winter Madness 5:08
  • 3 Sleeping Stars 5:41
  • 4 Battle Against Time 7:03
  • 5 Death and the Healing 7:12
  • 6 Starchild 7:54
  • 7 Beautiful Death 8:16
  • 8 Sadness and Hate 10:16

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