The best Viking Metal albums
of the 2010s.
Where to start with 2010–2019 viking metal — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top of the 2010s — viking metal
Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.
Ensiferum
One Man Army
Epic melodies intertwine with aggressive riffs, creating a battle-ready atmosphere that embodies the spirit of Viking lore.
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Heidevolk
Velua
Epic folk metal melodies intertwine with powerful vocals, evoking ancient tales and a deep connection to nature and heritage.
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Heidevolk
Uit oude grond
Epic folk metal anthems intertwine with historical narratives and powerful choral arrangements, evoking a rich tapestry of Dutch mythology.
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Liv Kristine
Vervain
A haunting blend of gothic and folk elements woven with ethereal melodies and powerful vocals, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.
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Liv Kristine
Skintight
A blend of haunting melodies and atmospheric soundscapes that intertwine folk and metal influences with a pop sensibility.
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Ensiferum
Unsung Heroes
Epic melodies intertwine with folk instrumentation and fierce growls, creating a rich tapestry of sound that celebrates myth and heroism.
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Einherjer
Av oss, for oss
Epic viking metal anthems blend aggressive riffs with melodic elements, evoking tales of Norse mythology and heritage.
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Einherjer
Norrøn
Epic viking metal intertwines thunderous riffs with atmospheric melodies, evoking ancient battles and Norse mythology.
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Skálmöld
Með vættum
Epic melodies weave through heavy riffs, channeling Icelandic folklore into a powerful folk metal experience.
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Skálmöld
Vögguvísur Yggdrasils
Epic folk metal melodies intertwine with thunderous riffs, evoking the grandeur of Norse mythology and the elemental forces of nature.
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Månegarm
Legions of the North
A ferocious blend of black metal and folk melodies, echoing ancient Norse themes with a modern power.
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Turisas
Stand Up and Fight
Epic orchestration and battle-ready riffs blend seamlessly with traditional folk melodies, creating a soundtrack for heroic tales.
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Turisas
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Epic orchestral arrangements intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a grand yet accessible folk metal experience.
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Svartsot
Mulmets Viser
A thunderous blend of melodic death metal with traditional Nordic folk elements, echoing tales of ancient warriors and mythic lands.
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Svartsot
Maledictus Eris
A fierce blend of melodic death metal and folk elements, steeped in Norse mythology and Danish history.
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Black Messiah
The Final Journey
Epic black metal anthems intertwine with folk melodies, creating a sprawling soundscape steeped in mythology and emotional depth.
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Thyrfing
De Ödeslösa
Epic melodies intertwine with thunderous rhythms, evoking the fierce spirit of Norse mythology through a modern metal lens.
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Falkenbach
Tiurida
Epic arrangements combine atmospheric black metal with folk melodies, evoking ancient tales and a mystical landscape.
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Falkenbach
Asa
A haunting blend of atmospheric black metal and folk melodies that evokes ancient Nordic landscapes and timeless sagas.
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