The best Pagan Metal albums
of the 2000s.
Where to start with 2000–2009 pagan metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2000s — pagan metal
Top picks from 2000–2009, ranked by where we would start.
Arkona
Goi, Rode, Goi!
'Goi, Rode, Goi!' serves as a comprehensive gateway into Arkona’s world, offering engaging tracks that highlight their energetic sound and cultural themes. It's where their style is most cohesive and accessible for newcomers.
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Arkona
Lepta
Epic arrangements intertwine with ferocious black metal riffs and traditional folk melodies, creating a hauntingly immersive experience.
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Heidevolk
De strijdlust is geboren
Epic melodies and thunderous rhythms weave together to evoke tales of valor and ancient myths in a vibrant folk metal tapestry.
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Heidevolk
Walhalla Wacht
Epic melodies intertwine with thunderous rhythms, invoking ancient tales through a vibrant celebration of folk and metal.
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Nokturnal Mortum
The Voice of Steel
Epic symphonic arrangements blend with aggressive black metal, creating a rich tapestry of Ukrainian folklore and national pride.
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Primordial
The Gathering Wilderness
A haunting blend of black metal ferocity and folk melodies, enveloped in themes of loss and historical reflection.
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Primordial
Spirit the Earth Aflame
Epic black metal harmonies intertwine with folk melodies, creating a haunting atmosphere that resonates with themes of nature and mythology.
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Slechtvalk
Falconry
A turbulent blend of aggressive riffs and haunting melodies that captures the essence of pagan metal's darker themes.
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Slechtvalk
At the Dawn of War
Epic melodies intertwine with harsh vocals, creating a battle-scarred landscape of pagan metal infused with orchestral elements.
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