Leaves Eyes - Njord (Limited Edition)
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Artist: Leaves EyesEdition: Music CD
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language)
Format: Limited Edition
CD Release Date: 2009-10-13
Music Label: Napalm
Soundtracks:
- Njord
- My Destiny
- Emerald Island
- Take The Devil In Me
- Scarborough Fair
- Through Our Veins
- Irish Rain
- Northbound
- Ragnarok
- Morgenland
- The Holy Bond
- Fr�¸ya's Theme
- Landscape of the Dead (Bonus Track)
- Les Champs de Lavande (Bonus Track)
Music reviews of Njord (Limited Edition)
Music Review: Excellent
Rating: 4 Stars
I have read many reviews for this album. Some people think it's fantastic, and some people don't like it. They think this is not what Leaves' Eyes should be...
This album is definately different. Leaves' Eyes are evolving, and I like where they are going. When I first heard a friends' copy of this album, the word that ran through my mind was that this album was more "involved" than their other albums. Although, I liked it so much, I had to purchase a copy of my own.
It is true that this album has some run-of-the mill/take-or-leave songs. The ones that you have to listen to many times before you think, "OK, this is catchy". But for me, all of Leaves' Eyes albums have that. However, the catch here is that this album has some songs that are so awesome they make the album worth it.
Liv Kristine's voice is beautiful, this is widely agreed. Her vocals on this album are fantastic. She uses an operatic style more, which is amazing. I am so glad she did this. Her vocals get better with every album. I saw a lot of complaints about Alex's grunting on this album. Really, Liv and Alex have found a good combination of their vocals- they work better together than on their other albums. They actually complement each other more on this album.
They begin with the title track "Njord" which instantly has me hooked. I really like this song. I won't go into depth on the songs, other people have done that. Just know this is a good one.
"My Destiny" was, at first, take-or-leave with me. However, after hearing it maybe 3 times, I really like it. I like the way this song is constructed.
"Eemerald Island" is one I almost really like. It's lovely, but lacking something.
Their cover of "Scarborough Fair" is beautfiful. Liv sings this so pretty, then they put a touch of metal that really works. At first I wasn't impressed by this one. I love this song, and I think perhaps expected more. But when I opened up to it, I realized it is done very well. By the way, Liv's voice works great for Celtic style music. She does Celtic style quite a bit on this album, and I love the way it sounds with her voice.
"Ragnarok" is one of my favorites on this album. This is probably the hardest song they have done (at least, in my opinion). This song hits a type of metal that I really like. Alexander and Liv have really made their vocals work together on this album, and this is a song that supports that.
"Morgenland" is simple, soft, beautiful. I know some people don't like it, but this song will sweep you away if you let it.
The absolute gem of this album is "Froya's Theme". This song is progressive metal, and it's just amazing. If there ever is a question that Leaves' Eyes is evolving as a band, listen to this song. This is advanced, and it's fantastic. It's done beautifully. I can't express how much I like this song, you just have to hear it for yourself. Don't rely on the music sampler for this one. There is a lot to this song and the sampler doesn't even begin to touch it.
These are opinions coming from someone that likes this band a lot, but I'm no worshipper, so these are honest opinions. The songs I mentioned are all my favorites on this album. "Njord", "Ragnarok" and "Froya's Theme" are ultimate my favorites on here. The bonus tracks are quite good too. "Lanscape of the Dead" is catchy and grew on me by the second listen. I am really glad about the bonus tracks.
In conclusion, try not to see this as Leaves' Eyes abandoning their style. This is definately still Leaves' Eyes, but they are growing, and I hope their fans welcome this.
*NOTE: Although the album art is pretty, this cd is not packaged well. It has one of those cardboard covers that flop open, which I am not a fan of. Also, this album didn't come with their music video like they normally do. I thought this cd would include the video for "My Destiny" but sadly it doesn't.
UPDATE: Upon further listening, the songs I wasn't fascinated by at first have definately grown on me. Especially "Take the Devil in Me", "Through Our Veins". They really are very good.
Description of Njord (Limited Edition)
With their latest masterpiece "Njord", Leaves' Eyes embarks on yet another enthralling journey through the myths and sagas of the North. The strong and sonorous compositions familiar to the band's fanbase have been further developed. Their passion for both heavy and opulent sounds harmonizes perfectly with memorable melodies, while surprises like heavy double bass passages are counterattacked by Liv Kristine's haunting vocals. "Njord" impressively defends the sextet's claim as the leading force in symphonic Gothic Rock and Metal. Limited edition digipack includes 2 bonus tracks.Hard Rock & Metal CDs
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