WOLFHEART · King Of The North | BLACK LP

Black vinyl in gatefold sleeve.

Background information about 'King Of The North'

Wolfheart delivers another crushing blow to the melodic death metal scene with "King Of The North", an album that showcases the Finnish band's mastery of atmospheric brutality. The record features powerhouse collaborations including Jesse Leach of Killswitch Engage on "Ancestor" and death metal legend Karl Sanders from Nile on "Cold Flame", adding diverse vocal textures to Tuomas Saukkonen's already commanding presence. From the opening assault of "Skyforger" to the haunting finale "Eternal Slumber", each track weaves together crushing riffs with melodic passages that evoke the frozen landscapes of their homeland.

The production captures both the raw power and intricate melodies that have become Wolfheart's signature sound, with tracks like "The King" and "Desolated Land" demonstrating the band's ability to balance aggression with atmospheric depth. The album's nine tracks flow seamlessly from crushing death metal passages to more contemplative moments, creating a journey through Nordic mythology and personal struggle that feels both epic and intimate.

For fans of: Insomnium, Omnium Gatherum, Be'lakor, Dark Tranquillity and Amon Amarth

Track listing

A1. Skyforger
A2. Ancestor (feat. Jesse Leach)
A3. Knell
A4. Desolated Land
B1. The King
B2. Cold Flame (feat. Karl Sandersf)
B3. Headstones
B4. Fires of the Fallen
B5. Eternal Slumber

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