Written by Janne on 21.05.2009 at 19:21

Written by Jan Destiny on 21.05.2009 at 14:29

1. Dalriada - Igaz hittel

-That's an interesting choice. Why did you choos that song?
My favourite one is definitely Szondi I.

I don't really know. When I first heard the song, It's "touched" me. I love the part starts with: "Ott az én hazám, hol a hívó szóra fel zeng a dal..." that's my ringtone for years now

...And only 7 days to see them!!

Written by chematss on 21.05.2009 at 18:50

Bands:
1- Ensiferum(Jari-era) (their last album is not that good)
2- Turisas (poooooowerful)
3- Otyg (that Andreas guy is really amazing)

albums:
1- Ensiferum-Ensiferum (I like every single track, Maenpaa is an amazing musician I must add)
2- Turisas-The Varangian Way (I just love it)
3- Ensiferum-Iron ( )

songs:
1- Ensiferum-Tale Of Revenge (my all time favorite, love the clean part)
2- Turisas-Cursed Be Iron (interesting song)
3- Finntroll-Midnattens Widunder (its like joyful , I can't understand the words though)

Nice!

Bands:
1- Turisas
2- Kalmah
3- Ensiferum

albums:
1- Bathory - Hammerheart (Can't beat the original)
2- Turisas - The Varangian Way
3- Ensiferum - Iron

songs:
1- Kalmah - Heroes Are Us
2- Turisas - Rasputin (It's a fun song)
3- Finntroll - Trollhammeren

Bands:
- Moonsorrow
- Arkona
- Equilibrium
Albums:
- Elvenking - The Winter Wake
- Equilibrium - Turis Fratyr
- Astaarth - Gloria Burgundia
Songs:
- Equilibrium - Wingthor's Hammer
- Ensiferum - Battle Song
- Thronar - King Of The Eburones

Written by HarmonyCorruptio on 22.05.2009 at 19:38

Bands:
1- Turisas
2- Kalmah
3- Ensiferum

albums:
1- Bathory - Hammerheart (Can't beat the original)
2- Turisas - The Varangian Way
3- Ensiferum - Iron

songs:
1- Kalmah - Heroes Are Us
2- Turisas - Rasputin (It's a fun song)
3- Finntroll - Trollhammeren

Kalmah is not fok metal, where you hear folk elements there?

Bands:
- Suidakra
- Eluveitie
- Ensiferum

Album:
- Suidakra: 13 Years Of Celtic Wartunes (kinda cheating because it's a 'best of' but I don't care)
- Eluveitie: Slania
- Ensiferum: Ensiferum

Songs:
- Suidakra: Highland Hills, Dead Man's Reel... very hard to pick a favorite for me really
- Eluveitie: Tarvos or Bloodstained Ground
- Ensiferum: Treacherous Gods or Hero In A Dream

Bands:
- Ambehr
- Pagan Reign
- Silent Stream Of Godless Elegy

Album:
- Zobena Dziesma (Skyforger)
- Ways Of Relief (Diadema Tristis)
- Szelek (Dalriada)

Songs:
- Lamentos (Uaral)
- Cult Tengri (Darkestrah)
- The Bogatyr's Gates (Tverd)

Written by Guest on 24.07.2009 at 21:35

- Silent Stream Of Godless Elegy

wow...you know this czech band far away in Armenia...cool

we have just discussed on one of our czech forums, if there are any czech metal bands worth to listen...SSOGE is one of them definitely

Bands:
- Finntroll
- Ensiferum
- Moonsorrow

Album:
- Nattfodd (Finntroll)
- Hammerheart (Bathory)
- V: Havitetty (Moonsorrow)

Songs:
- Mana (Equilibrium)
- Wanderer (Ensiferum)
- Vindfard/Manniskopesten (Finntroll)

That was so difficult...

Bands:
-Equilibrium
-Moonsorrow
-Finntroll

Albums:
-Equilibrium - Sagas
-Equilibrium - Turis Fratyr
-Moonsorrow - Kivenkantaja

Songs:
-Equilibrium - Blut Im Auge
-Finntroll - Krigsmjöd
-Ensiferum - Treacherous Gods


Keep Metal! Horns up!

Hm, very hard to limit oneself here, especially when it comes to albums and songs...


Bands:

Moonsorrow (These guys lay down so much effort in their music, the result is grand. If you find a breathtaking veiw in nature that you just can't describe, these guys surely have music for it.)
Silent Stream of Godless Elegy (Doom and Folk somehow seem to be a great combination, the czech melodies works extremly well with the doomy passages.)
Orphaned Land (Intresting concept,having death and doom metal refrences combined with folk music from Egypt , Yemen, Israel etc. The progressive elements in their latest album is also something that is worth listening to. Not to mention that the lyrics are intresting aswell.)

Albums:

Moonsorrow - V: Hävitetty (A mighty album. With only two songs they manage to build an intense emotional atmosphere, It goes down to the very soul and refuse to let go.)
Orphaned land - Mabool (I guess it's getting tiresome for some, as people allways seem to mention this album, but they do have a reason for it. The middle eastern sound blend very well with the progressive melodies, resulting in a very good album.)
Midnattsol - Were Twillight Dwells (This album present a diffrent side of nordic folk metal, aside from the viking metal sound. Personaly, I find this side the better, it manage to go deeper into the nordic "soul", imo.)

Songs:

Holy Blood - To Heaven (Great song, gets you hooked from the begining to the end. One of my top metal songs ever infact.)
Lumsk - Dunker (Intense nordic folk that manage to capture the norweigian folklore perfectly.)
Ashtar - Children of The Mist (Aucustic guitars, flute and violins...not as bad as it might sound. Combine it with some rain and thunder in the backgrund for best result.)



With that, I'm off.

Written by Torelli on 25.07.2009 at 23:31

Hm, very hard to limit oneself here, especially when it comes to albums and songs...


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With that, I'm off.

Good list like always thank's for putting SSOGL and Holy Blood

Bands:

Finntroll (makes you want to dance up and down while drinking pints of beer)
Korpiklaani (same reaons as above)
Otyg (just really love the mood created by the band with it's clean vocals and violins)

Albums:

Arkona - Vo Slavu Velikem (a really superbly made album with catchy and relaxing tunes)
Otyg - Alvefard (the better of the two Otyg albums with beautiful melodies)
Vintersorg - Odemarkens Son (to me the best Vintersorg album with excellent songs throughout)

Songs:

Arkona - Gnew Wremjon (my favorite of Vo Slavu Velikem, just love the soft guitar intro to the song)
Finntroll - Trollhammeren (gets you in the mood to party)
Vintersorg - Svaltvinter (simply one of my all time favorite songs)

I know there is some debate over whether Ensiferum should be considered folk metal or not, but I don't give a damn. It was Ensiferum that introduced me to the truly wonderful world of folk metal. That and Jari Maenpaa's genius is not to be questioned.

Bands:

Moonsorrow
Ensiferum
Finntroll

Albums:

Verisakeet by Moonsorrow
Ensiferum by Ensiferum
Nattfodd by Finntroll

Songs:

Pimea by Moonsorrow on Verisakeet
Det Iskalla Trollblod by Finntroll on Nattfodd
Tuulen Tytar/Soturin Tie by Moonsorrow on Kivenkantaja

Written by wormdrink414 on 02.08.2009 at 04:12

I know there is some debate over whether Ensiferum should be considered folk metal or not, but I don't give a damn. It was Ensiferum that introduced me to the truly wonderful world of folk metal. That and Jari Maenpaa's genius is not to be questioned.

Bands:

Moonsorrow
Ensiferum
Finntroll

Albums:

Verisakeet by Moonsorrow
Ensiferum by Ensiferum
Nattfodd by Finntroll

Songs:

Pimea by Moonsorrow on Verisakeet
Det Iskalla Trollblod by Finntroll on Nattfodd
Tuulen Tytar/Soturin Tie by Moonsorrow on Kivenkantaja

Okay I am not a fan of either folk metal and ensiferum but I don't see why they shouldn't be regarded as folk metal.
Primordial ar a band I also regard as folk metal and I know many people don't.

Written by Marcel Hubregtse on 02.08.2009 at 04:14

Written by wormdrink414 on 02.08.2009 at 04:12

I know there is some debate over whether Ensiferum should be considered folk metal or not, but I don't give a damn. It was Ensiferum that introduced me to the truly wonderful world of folk metal. That and Jari Maenpaa's genius is not to be questioned.

Bands:

Moonsorrow
Ensiferum
Finntroll

Albums:

Verisakeet by Moonsorrow
Ensiferum by Ensiferum
Nattfodd by Finntroll

Songs:

Pimea by Moonsorrow on Verisakeet
Det Iskalla Trollblod by Finntroll on Nattfodd
Tuulen Tytar/Soturin Tie by Moonsorrow on Kivenkantaja

Okay I am not a fan of either folk metal and ensiferum but I don't see why they shouldn't be regarded as folk metal.
Primordial ar a band I also regard as folk metal and I know many people don't.

It could be that I am projecting the on going argument between my cousin and I over whether or not Ensiferum has enough folk elements to be considered folk metal. I think they do and I'm sure most agree.
Primordial is apparently folk-metal enough to play on the Paganfest tour. I saw them two months ago or so with Korpiklaani and Moonsorrow (two of the unquestionably premiere folk-metal bands) but failed to see the folk elements, but I have yet to actually listened to them. I know Seth from Behemoth likes them so maybe I'll have to give them a chance. Must say that the lead singer was a pretty big douche both on stage and backstage (he refused to talk with any of the fans, a disposition shared by that abomination of a lead singer from Dimmu Borgir, and the lead from Eluveitie).

Written by wormdrink414 on 02.08.2009 at 04:22

. Must say that the lead singer was a pretty big douche both on stage and backstage (he refused to talk with any of the fans,

Mmm, the couple of times I have encountered Alan he was a great guy both on and off stage and willing to talk to any fan. Maybe he had a bad day, like anyone of us has from time to time.

Unfortunately everyone will remember those bad days more than "ordinary" days...

Written by Marcel Hubregtse on 02.08.2009 at 04:14


Okay I am not a fan of either folk metal and ensiferum but I don't see why they shouldn't be regarded as folk metal.
Primordial ar a band I also regard as folk metal and I know many people don't.

But its werry good band 100 times better how what he listed

Top 3 bands: Eluveitie, Dalriada, Elvenking
Top 3 albums: Eluveitie - Spirit, Dalriada - Arany-Album (the best lyrics in the world), Tuatha De Danann - Trova Di Danú
Top 3 songs: Dalriada - Árpádházi Margit Balladája, Equilibrium - Die Weide Und Der Fluß (I don't like Equilibrium too much, but this song is epic as hell), Eluveitie - Slanias Song (+1: In Flames - Everlost Pt 2) (+2: Amon Amarth - Tattered Banners And Bloody Flags - I know this one isn't specifically folk, I mean the folkish lyrics and atmosphere.)

First of all, I have to say that my folk metal knowledge is limitated, so please don't stone for my decisions

Top 3 bands:

- Mago de Öz: this is a spanish folk metal band that has got 3 very good albums. Their lyrics are incredible and the music too. Maybe some of you have heard about them.

- In Extremo: another band that I love. The instruments they play are original and interesting.

- Finntroll: the first time I heard them, I thought "what the hell is this? It's incredible!!".

Top 3 albums:

To be consecuent, I choose 3 albums of the bands mentioned early.

- Mago de Öz: La Leyenda de la Mancha. This album is inspired in the spanish book "El Quijote". Fabolous music and fabolous lyrics.

- In Extremo: Sünder Ohne Zügel. What can I say about this? Great folk in german...

- Finntroll: Nattfod. No need to mention it, it is all said about this album in this topic.

Favorite songs:

I choose one of the albums that I have selected:

- Mago de Öz: Molinos de Viento.

- In Extremo: Vollmond.

- Finntroll: Trollhammaren.

Top 3 Bands:
Moonsorrow
Eluveitie
Ensiferum

Top 3 Albums:
Verisakeet - Moonsorrow
Ensiferum - Ensiferum
Equilibrium - Sagas

Top 3 Songs:
Pimea - Moonsorrow
Huuto - Moonsorrow (yes...one of the songs from their latest album...its probably one of my favourites at the moment!)
Rauniolla or maybe Tulimyrsky - Moonsorrow

I'm so happy to see Silent Stream of Godless Elegy mentioned three times on page 2 alone. Nice to see so many fans out there! Excellent Czech folk/doom band that more people should be aware of.

Fun idea, here goes...

Top 3 Bands:
Tyr - So much more interesting than many of their counterparts, Tyr's music is thoughtful and intense with just enough progressive elements, and without ever being over the top. Crowd pleasers are here too, but overall the technical nature of Tyr seeps into your ear in such a way as to make the more upbeat bands seem superficial.
Turisas - Despite what I just said about Tyr, I love Turisas for completely opposite reasons. They're damn fun, but what sets them apart from other "fun" viking metal bands is their clear passion and musicality. Their debut album, Battle Metal, came out of nowhere and while the genre was already establishing itself nicely, Turisas set many of the trends that are being copied today by lesser bands. The follow-up album to Battle Metal was even more musically complete and stimulating while never interrupting the mythical vibe the band is known for presenting.
Primordial - Where to even begin with the way Primordial's honest and intense lyrics permeate the music. They have a message to get across and incredible musicianship is the way they do it. Not your typical fun dance viking band, Primordial's base is more or less in black metal musical conventions yet done in a way all their own. Mesmerizing.

Honorable Mentions: Silent Stream of Godless Elegy; Eluveitie


Top 3 Albums:
Eluveitie - Slania - This was on my top ten of the past decade. For a while Eluveitie added both strong Gothenburg metal elements and traditional folk instrumentation, not a typical combination. Not black-metal based, Eluveitie explored a different branch of folk metal than many bands of their day did.
Tyr - Ragnarok - Difficult to pick a favourite Tyr album at first, but Ragnarok is clearly the pivotal one. This is the moment they honed their atypical sound and presented the word with some of the most intense and technical melodic folk metal around. Close to perfection.
Equilibrium - Sagas - Their debut was epic and this sophomore album was highly anticipated. The band did not fail us. A pinnacle in the heyday of viking metal.

Honorable Mentions: Einherjer - Odin Owns Ye All; Wuthering Heights - Far From the Madding Crowd; Tuatha de Danann - Trova di Danú


I don't have favourite songs from most of these albums so I'll do a different list:

Best Live Folk Bands!
Turisas - Best metal show I've ever seen. These guys have an undying supply of energy and know how to instantly connect with an audience. They skillfully execute their music in a live setting, and of course delighted us with their epic cover of Rasputin. I could go on for days about this show. Fucking brilliant.
Primordial - Intensity. I can't believe I ever doubted that Primordial's music would translate to a live setting but damn, their performance quelled all doubt. Experiencing this group live really makes you feel that their music and lyrics come from deep in their hearts.
Eluvietie - Similar experience to the Turisas show, Eluveitite makes you want to dance. I almost put Finntroll in this third live spot, but Eluveitie had a much greater ability to connect with the audience from the front to the back row.

Honorable Mentions: Finntroll; Suidakra; Agalloch

Written by Susan on 14.01.2011 at 07:57

I'm so happy to see Silent Stream of Godless Elegy mentioned three times on page 2 alone. Nice to see so many fans out there! Excellent Czech folk/doom band that more people should be aware of.

Well It was I who did it and now its been long ling time since I wrote it, but nwo, I have no clue if I could fill a list, I lost interests lil bit in posting but I like read your explanation about bands it was good one Try Lithuanian Angis amnd Antigone , hard to get I have 3 and 3 songs from each, werry epic mediegal folk feels like King Mindaugas rise again

Long time no read such good post, nostalgy for old good posters here

1. Bands
-Vintersorg
-Ensiferum
-Tyr

2. Albums
-Cosmic Genesis
-Ensiferum
-By the Light of the North Star

3. Songs
-Astral and Arcane
-Hero in a Dream
-Into the Storm

Written by MétalNoir on 16.01.2009 at 23:22

Eluveitie is boring, anyway... All songs are good, but that'S because they all sound exactly the same. Inis Mona is a great song, though.

I have to say that I'm happy that someone thinks the same way about Eluveitie as I do.

Bands:
1) Ensiferum - Listened to this band more than any other folk band and I love every album except Iron (yeah, thats right, iron)
2) Asmegin - Most variety of sounds I've ever heard come from a folk band
3) Blackguard - Is this technically folk? I can't remember.... meh sweet, sweet band.
4) Holy Blood if Blackguard doesn't count
Albums:
1) Korven Kuningas (Korpiklaani) - My favorite Korpiklaani CD. Slower than most, but still sweet.
2) Mulmets Viser (Svartsot) - Awesome beer stuff
3) Villanden (Trollfest) - Hilarious band backed by awesome songs!
Songs:
1) Aus Ferner Zeit (Equilibirum) - Every song is pretty much awesome...
2) Stone Cold Metal (Ensiferum) - Name another song where there is whistling done well
3) Under Bergets Rot (Finntroll) - One of Finntrolls best songs ever.

This is extremely difficult considering the amount of choice but I'll give it a shot. Infact, I'm going to have to make it 5 choices for the band and album categories and 10 for the song category;

Bands:
1. Ensiferum (Jari-era) - Thee best viking/folk metal ever made. Shame it went down hill after Jari left.

2. Equilibrium - Great atmosphere, very consistent. I even like the new album, although I'd agree that it's not as good as the previous 2 albums.

3. Finntroll - They've become a little less humppa since the vocalist change but it hasn't detracted from the music. I like everything this band has produced.

4. Moonsorrow - I prefer the earlier albums to the later ones with even longer songs. Lost a little bit of their epicness I feel although I still like the newer stuff.

5. Forefather - Possibly the best metal to come out of England. They've matured like a good whisky and are now at their peak.

Albums:
1. Ensiferum/Iron (Ensiferum) - Can't split them, they're both of equal greatness. Classics.

2. Kivenkantaja (Moonsorrow) - Perhaps the most epic sounding atmosphere on any album I've heard.

3. Turis Fratyr (Equilibrium) - A close battle with Sagas but I feel TF has a better atmosphere.

4. Nattfödd (Finntroll) - One of the most fun metal albums ever made. It even makes me get up and have a dance and I'm a rubbish dancer!

5. Steadfast (Forefather) - A beautifully crafted piece of music from beginning to end.

Songs (in no particular order):
01. Jumalten Kaupunki Incl. Tuhatvuotinen Perintö (Moonsorrow)
02. Into Battle (Ensiferum)
03. Die Weide und der Fluß (Equilbrium)
04. Korpens Saga (Finntroll)
05. Miri it Is (Forefather)
06. Rise (Korpiklaani)
07. Grim Omens (Kromlek)
08. Heathen Foray (Falkenbach)
09. Last Days of Aghrapur Part I - Ambush & Part II - Lost Empire (Runic)
10. Grey Sublime Archon (Eluveitie)

Written by Architeuthis on 25.01.2011 at 05:23

3) Blackguard - Is this technically folk? I can't remember.... meh sweet, sweet band.

You can read the review I wrote about Profugus Mortis...

Best bands:
1. Ensiferum
2. Finntroll
3. Equilibrium

Best albums:
1. Ensiferum-Iron
2. Ensiferum-Ensiferum
3. Equilibrium-Sagas

Best songs:
1. Ensiferum-Into Battle
2. Ensiferum-Vainamoinen (both parts)
3. Finntroll-Grottans Barn

REMEMBER: I's my damn opinion!