Origin: Denmark
Genres: Folk Metal
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Svartsot  


Svartsot is a newer addition to the rising Scandinavian folk metal scene, recording demos in 2006 and 2007 before signing to Napalm Records and releasing Ravnenes Saga in 2007. This is rollicking folk metal at its best, melodic and heavy at the same time, with Stewart Lewis' flutes and whistles more than just an afterthought, they give each song a welcome added folky element. Vocally the band relies on standard death (usually) and black (sometimes) styles, a bit different for folk metal, but it works well here. A band to keep an eye on, as they already rank among the best in their field. Apparently only guitarist Christoffer Frederiksen remains from the Saga lineup, as the rest of the band left, citing business differences.

Current Members

Thor Bager

vocals

Cristoffer Frederiksen

lead guitar

Cliff Nemanim

rhythm guitar

James Atkin

bass

Danni Jelsgaard

drums

Hans-Jørgen Hansen

folk instruments/flute

Former Members/Guests

Claus Gnudtzmann

vocals

Michael Lundquist

rhythm guitar

Stewart Lewis

folk instruments

Martin Brandt

bass

Neils Thøgersen

drums


Discography


Ravnenes Saga 
2007 Napalm
  1. Gravøllet
  2. Tvende Ravne
  3. Nidvisen
  4. Jotunheimsfærden
  5. Bersærkergang
  6. Hedens Døtre
  7. Festen
  8. Spillemandens Dåse
  9. Skovens Kælling
  10. Skønne Møer
  11. Havets Plage
  • Claus Gnudtzmann
  • Cristoffer Frederiksen
  • Michael Lundquist
  • Stewart Lewis
  • Martin Brandt
  • Neils Thøgersen

Reviews:   Blabbermouth  Chronicles Of Chaos  Sea Of Tranquility  Lords Of Metal  Metal Underground  Metal Observer 


Mulmets Viser 
2010 Napalm
  1. Æthelred
  2. Lokkevisen
  3. Havfruens Kvad
  4. Højen på glødende Pæle
  5. På Odden af hans hedenske Sværd
  6. Laster og Tarv
  7. Den svarte Sot
  8. Kromandens Datter
  9. Grendel
  10. Jagten
  11. Lindisfarne
  12. I Salens varme Glød
  • Thor Bager
  • Cristoffer Frederiksen
  • Cliff Nemanim
  • James Atkin
  • Danni Jelsgaard
  • Hans-Jørgen Hansen

Reviews:   Sea Of Tranquility  Lords Of Metal  Angry Metal Guy 


Maledictus Eris 
2011 Napalm
  1. Staden...
  2. Gud Giv Det Varer Ved!
  3. Dødedansen
  4. Farsoten Kom
  5. Holdt Ned af en Tjørn
  6. Den Forgængelige Tro
  7. Om Jeg Lever Kveg
  8. Kunsten at Dø
  9. Den Nidske Gud
  10. Spigrene
  11. ...Og Landet Ligger Så Øde Hen
  • Thor Bager
  • Cristoffer Frederiksen
  • James Atkin
  • Danni Jelsgaard
  • Hans-Jørgen Hansen

Reviews:   Metal Critic  Angry Metal Guy 

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