Wardruna's 2018 album "Skald" is a a more intimate and stripped-back affair than previous releases, focusing on Selvik's vocals and traditional Nordic instruments. The album serves as a sonic accompaniment to the themes and stories explored in the History Channel's "Vikings" series.
- "Skald" was released on November 23, 2018, by By Norse Music.
- The album features a blend of traditional Nordic instruments such as the tagelharpa, frame drum, and goat horn.
- The songs on "Skald" are primarily sung in Old Norse and draw inspiration from ancient Norse poetry and mythology.
Wardruna is a Norwegian music group that performs primal, inspired by ancient Norse traditions and runic alphabet. The group was founded by Einar Selvik, who is the lead vocalist and multi-instrumentalist.
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