This 2002 album from Swedish legends Bathory offers a continuation of their viking metal saga, delving deep into Norse mythology with a focus on epic, driving anthems and rich atmosphere.
- "Nordland I" was released on November 18, 2002, by Black Mark.
- The album features a blend of black metal, doom metal, and viking metal influences, characteristic of Bathory's later work.
- It is the first part of a planned two-part concept album, with "Nordland II" following shortly after.
Bathory, from Vällingby, Sweden, is a pioneering force in black metal and viking metal, known for their evolution from raw, lo-fi extreme metal to epic, folkoric soundscapes. "Nordland I" was released late in their career, after a significant shift in sound, continuing their exploration of Norse mythology and history.
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