Enslaved - Yggdrasill - CD
Label: Peaceville Records
Price: 9.99 Euro
Enslaved was formed by Ivar Bjornson and Grutle Kjellson in 1991, & are based in Bergen, Norway. Ivar & Grutle had previously played together in the death metal band, Phobia. Taking a different route to many of the extreme metal Norwegian bands of the early 90's, Enslaved embraced their Viking history & culture, composing ferocious epics of extreme metal combined with hypnotic riffs & repetitious structures; Enslaved even becoming signed to Euronymous' Deathlike Silence label early in their career.
Over the years, the band has integrated strong elements of progressive music into their compositions & Enslaved has gone on to worldwide notoriety for their stunning live shows & accomplished blend of atmospherics & sumptuous, powerful riffs, receiving numerous accolades along the way, including Norwegian Grammys.
Tracklist:
01. Heimdallr
02. Allfodr Odinn
03. Hal Valr
04. Niunda Heim
05. Resound of Gjallarhorn
06. Enslaved (bonus track)