The key to any truly successful folk metal album is balance. An accord must be established between all the elements utilised to give the metal base any sense of an authentic folk aesthetic. And this works both ways; so too this aesthetic needs to affix itself to a strong heart of metal. However it's what a band do once they hold this key that really matters; what they produce once the folk to metal equilibrium has been achieved. The doors unlocked with this key will ideally lead to memorable experiences.   Review by R'Vannith ››