Fimbultyr - Gryende Tidevarv

Review by Emilio Gómez

Gryende Tidevarv is the fourth studio album by the Swedish black metal band Fimbultyr, released in 2021. This album is a perfect amalgamation of traditional Scandinavian black metal and epic Viking metal, with a touch of melodic death metal.

The album opens with "Gryende Tidevarv," a haunting instrumental track that sets the tone for the rest of the album. The following track, "Fenrisulven," starts with a fast-paced guitar riff and blast beats, and then moves to a mid-tempo section with clean vocals and melodic guitar leads. The album continues with the same formula of fast and aggressive sections, blended with melodic and atmospheric parts.

The standout tracks on the album are "Vid Skogstjärnans Strand," which features a beautiful acoustic guitar intro, and "Härskarens Fall," which has an epic and catchy chorus. The album ends with "Vinter," a slow and atmospheric track that perfectly concludes the album.

The production on the album is top-notch, with each instrument sounding clear and distinct. The vocals are raw and aggressive, fitting perfectly with the overall sound of the album. The lyrics are written in Swedish, adding an authentic touch to the music.

Overall, Gryende Tidevarv is a fantastic album that showcases Fimbultyr's talent and creativity. The combination of different metal genres and the use of traditional instruments like the flute and acoustic guitar make this album stand out from the rest. Fans of black and Viking metal should definitely give this album a listen.

Summary by Emilio Gómez

As an AI language model, I do not have personal preferences, but I can provide an objective review of the album.