TYR · The Best Of The Napalm Years | SILVER/BLACK MARBLED 2LP

Silver/black marbled double vinyl in gatefold sleeve.

Background information about 'The Best Of The Napalm Years'

What a journey it's been for these Faroese metal warriors! "The Best Of The Napalm Years" serves as the ultimate testament to Tyr's extraordinary decade-long partnership with Napalm Records, showcasing the band's evolution from traditional folk metal pioneers to internationally acclaimed Viking metal legends. This collection captures the raw power and mythological storytelling that has made Tyr one of the most distinctive voices in the metal scene. From the thunderous battle cry of "Hail To The Hammer" to the epic storytelling of "Ormurin Langi", every track demonstrates why these Nordic storytellers have earned such devoted following worldwide.

The compilation brilliantly spans Tyr's most celebrated period, featuring crushing anthems like "Hold The Heathen Hammer High" alongside more introspective pieces such as "Evening Star". What makes this collection truly special is how it showcases the band's ability to seamlessly blend traditional Faroese folk melodies with crushing metal riffs, creating something entirely unique in the metal landscape. Tracks like "Ragnarok" and "Shadow Of The Swastika" demonstrate their fearless approach to tackling complex historical themes, while "The Wild Rover" shows their playful side with traditional folk interpretations that somehow feel perfectly at home in their metal context.

For fans of:
Amon Amarth, Ensiferum, Korpiklaani, Eluveitie, Bathory

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Track listing

A1. Hail To The Hammer
A2. Regin Smidur
A3. Ramund Hin Unge
B1. Hold The Heathen Hammer High
B2. By The Sword In My Hand
B3. Trondur I Gotu
B4. Northern Gate
C1. The Wild Rover
C2. Ormurin Langi
C3. Sinklars Visa
D1. Ragnarok
D2. Shadow Of The Swastika
D3. Evening Star
D4. Flames Of The Free

Manufacturer: Napalm Records Handels GmbH, Hammerplatz 2, 8790 Eisenerz, Austria , Contact: napalmrecords.com