DRUDKH - The Swan Road (Re-Release) · CD

Jewelcase CD, 12-page booklet.

About the album

"The Swan Road," the third opus by the enigmatic Drudkh, unfurls a sonic tapestry that is both fierce and poignant. Released in 2005, the album diverges from its predecessors through a more pronounced lyrical presence, drawing exclusively from Taras Shevchenko's "Haydamaky." This epic delves deep into the historical narrative of the 1768 Ukrainian anti-Polish rebellion, encapsulating it with an evocative black metal soundscape. Enhanced with increased distortion and relentless blast beats, Drudkh crafts an auditory journey that is as tumultuous as it is enthralling.
While maintaining their signature atmospheric grace, Drudkh's compositions on "The Swan Road" are imbued with intensity and raw emotion. The album's structure leans towards shorter tracks which allow each piece to stand distinct yet interconnected in theme and mood. For aficionados of fervent black metal storytelling akin to the likes of Hate Forest and Burzum, this album offers a profound exploration of cultural and historical resonance.

Track listing

1. 1648
2. Eternal Sun
3. Blood
4. Glare of 1768
5. The Price of Freedom
6. Fate
7. Song of Sich Destruction

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