Assassins Creed "Valhalla" vibes. Vocal ANALYSIS of Wardruna's "Lyfjaberg"
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- čas přidán 31. 10. 2022
- In the midst of the Covid pandemic, Wardruna's album "Kvitravn" was postponed. Knowing they needed to keep creating music, they recorded this song, about the need to climb a tough mountain, both in reality and metaphorically. This journey truly comes out not only in the breathtaking visuals, but the translated lyrics that Einar weaves so well.
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Wardruna performing "Lyfjaberg" for the first time.
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Performed by:
Einar "Kvitrafn" Selvik - vocals, all instruments, composer
Lindy Fay Hella - vocals, flute
Arne Sandvoll - backing vocals, percussion
HC Dalgaard - backing vocals, percussion, drums
Eilif Gundersen - horns, flutes
John Stenersen - moraharpa
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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Can you do Badfish - Sublime please? Brad Nowell had one of the most refreshing voices ever. Please do 😊
Peyton parrish my mother told me in Norse also Valhalla calling he is a viking reincarnated
And his cover of zombie best ever
You should check out Gra!
Einar selvik did most of the assail creed Valhalla music. There's game soundtracks released of all the music on the game. All great works
I'm fascinated how incredibly high Einar Selvik can sing and it still sounds very masculine and powerful. His range and his voice are incredible
And reproduce it live as well... In fact it's gotten even more confident over time.
Lyfjaberg is a mountain in the Old Norse poem Fjölsvinnsmál. But the mountain in the poem is quite different to how Wardruna presents it here. In the poem, a man named Svipdagr arrives at a castle at the Lyfjaberg mountain top. There he meets the castle's watchman, Fjölsviðr, who asks him to leave because no one is allowed to enter. Before doing so and leaving he asks Svipdagr to tell him his name though.
Svipdagr refuses to tell his name, and a sort of guessing and question game starts where they take turns asking each other questions.
Svipdagr learns that the goddess Menglöð (probably the goddess Freya, Norse gods have tons of different names) lives in the castle, and has been weeping in her castle on the mountain Lyfjaberg waiting for the god Svipdagr. The watchman who doesn't know Svipdagr's name tell him she has never met Svipdagr, but she knows he is destined to be her husband.
The castle where she sits is impregnable at the top of Lyfjaberg. It's surrounded by blazing fire, balancing on top of a spearhead and guarded by two mythological dogs, Gifr and Geri. It becomes more and more appararent that the only way inside is for Svipdagr to reveal his name but he is reluctant to do this for some reason.
The watchman Fjölsviðr is also revealed to not just be a simple watchman, but actually a giant, called the All-Knowing-One, and he is the guardian of the castle.
Finally, after much banter, where a lot of information is revealed, at the end of the poem Svipdagr reveals his name and the castle lets him insde where Menglöð throws herself in his arms saying how long she has waited, yearned and weeped for him.
During their questioning back and forth some healing practices are revealed, which ties into the name of Lyfjaberg (healing mountain). Specially ailments that women experience exclusively is mentioned, such as uterine prolapse, and what herbs that help with it. Menglöð seems to feel a very special compassion towards women.
It's also revealed that Menglöð is said to sit in a circle of nine maidens, whose names seem to reveal that they too are healing and protective mists. This is mentioned in the song where they sing about "nine maidens".
So, the poem, like so many others, is a mythological poem of a similar kind to Vafþrúðnismál, Alvíssmál and Heiðreksgátur, which are also based on questions and answers, that is supposed to teach you something.
One thing though that I don't think is mentioned in the song is that ONLY women who climb the mountain gets cured by Menglöð and her nine maidens, because of her special compassion for women.
That's why it's not Einar, but Lindy, who is at the top of the mountain in several shots in the video. I'm sure this is intentional.
Never heard of it before, circle of fire definitely reminding of Brunhild and Sigurd, seems like a repetitive theme. Anyway, thanks for the insight!
Maybe the half naked man traversing the mountain is Svipdagr and Einar is All-Knowing-One
His reluctant to reveal his name for very serious reason, as it would give the guard a magical power over him, name being the mystical and soul-like part of one's personality.
Lyfjaberg is definitively a meditative song. From the visuals, sounds, and lyrics. The tension builds until the release later in the song. Wardruna perfectly executed the purpose of the song: to heal. A great song by a great band.
Love the chanting feel.
Lyfjaberg always bring healing tears to my eyes. It's such a purifiying song, really opens a person up.
I feel the same as you
I was about to write quite the same thing ! It's my healing song, I've listened to it so many times since its release, it helped me through the pandemic, through the illness too. I'm so glad The Charismatic Voice has analysed and discovered it, this song is such a beauty !
these people are heroes putting out music like this in this day and age without any care for the charts. I like nordic music.
The Old Norse word Lyfjaberg means ‘Healing-mountain’ and is known from Norse mythology as a place of comfort and cure for the sick and sore who manage to climb the mountain.“The song expresses that climbing a tough mountain, both in reality and metaphorically, is a mental as well as a physical effort. I have tried to write this journey up the mountain as one for the mind and spirit as much as the feet and body. Anything of true value, comes at a true cost,” says Einar Selvik. Climb the mountain it's worth it!...... The video for Lyfjaberg produced by Ragnarok Film .The mountains at Tustna and the spectacular Trollkirka caves in Norway serve as a beautiful backdrop.
thank you so much for this, this explains so much
Um.. I’ve studied old Norse, Berg more means Cliff or boulder than mountain. I would think Lyfja would do with life, but i don’t know any translation of Lyfjaberg meaning “Healing mountain”. Lyfja could also be a verb in a sense, but no gloss showed for it. Can you link where you got that translation?
@@jackwooten2374 This song is in Norwegian (nynorsk), as I'm sure you know. "Lyfja" however, means "medicine" in Icelandic, and possibly old Norse as well? "Berg" is commonly used in Norwegian about both lower rocks near water (svaberg) and huge bare rocks in steep parts of mountains (bergvegg), but usually not in giving names or in reference to the whole mountains. The foundation of a mountain is however - the "berggrunn".
@@jackwooten2374 Lyfjaberg, or Hyfiaberg.
In Fjölsvinnsmál, 37 you can read:
Hyfiaberg 'tis called,
and long it has a solace been
to the bowed-down and sorrowful:
each woman becomes healthy,
although a year's disease she has,
if she can but ascend it.
If you ascend the hill or mountain to the top with a gift, you will be gifted in return.
The reference can be found in the lyrics
Lyvjaberg hev alltid stende
til trøyst for sjuk og såra
Kvar og ein som berget kliv
Lækjast for livslang sott
Exactly! 💓
Yay, Wardruna!!! Old Norse specialist Dr. Jackson Crawford here on youtube (who was consulted for AC Valhalla!) has enthusiastically endorsed them, which is truly a high compliment. I don't know if this song is based on it, but Einar spoke in an interview about fasting for (I believe) 2 days before hiking into the mountains in heavy snow in order to really feel and embody the emotion for a song he was writing at the time so it could be heard in the recording and when performed live. Such dedication :)
The song he fasted before recording was "NaudiR", which roughly translates to "Need" but more specifically refers to need in the context of a person/animal near death - the adrenaline rush, desperation and instinct for self-preservation that kicks in at the last moment and can save your life.
@@leonmoore3174 Ah, thank you!
I love the way Wardruna responded to the pandemic with their artistry in a positive and life-affirming way. They bring it home to everyone with their primal style. Marillion did the same thing with their song "Care" in a totally different way. But similarly, they shine a light through the darkness and bring a feeling of hope and strength to endure. This is what the best artists can do.
Big part of amazing Wardruna is all ways gorgeous Lindy-Fay Hella, who has so distinguishing and resonating voice. Was more than happy to see Wardruna twice this year and also Lindy-Fay on her own. Seafarer and Los are example songs from her solo catalogue to check out.
Seafarer is amazing, definitely seconding this
And if you meet her, she is more awesome in person.
She is.
Is she same girl from "Lordi' finish heavy metal band
As far as the foot steps go. I once read an interview that Einar would go out and record himself walking around in the woods while he gained inspiration and gathered his thoughts and that piece of info has always stuck with me and one of the reasons why I love them. I thought that was so cool ❤️
Lyfjaberg is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard. My son is autistic, he LOVES this. We always listen before bed.
Thank you so much!
This was a pleasure to watch. The song is one I never get tired of listening too. It was an amazing oportunity to work with Wardruna in creating this music video. And yes, it was supposed to be late spring (we filmed in the middle of May), and the snow just kept on coming down. A week later it was gone. But for us it was a challenge to overcome and we think it really made the video. Our own Healing-Mountain.
It's a great video :)
That video coupled with the song was just...an experience. For ten minutes, I felt like I was in another world entirely. Beautifully done, truly. Thank you so much for creating that with Wardruna. Cheers from Canada!
When she mentioned the snow was unexpected for the shoot and clearly posed a challenge I thought, "how fitting!" The end result is truly beautiful so clearly the challenge was met! Well done.
I listened to this for hours on repeat when it came out. I guess I'm hearing and feeling everything Elizabeth hears and feels but I lack the word's and the musical knowledge to explain it. Wardruna is something special. 🖤🤘🏻 from Germany
Same and ever since it released I put it on whenever I'm feeling low, I can't explain it but it gives me a comforting and hopeful feeling.
@@Werewolf914 me too
i play it on repeat
Same here. This song got me through 2020. I still listen to it almost daily ❤️
Same here ! Ironically I haven't been able to see them live because I was ill with covid . I'm still so sad about that !
Damn, that melody is haunting. Its gonna be stuck in my head all day
I had the pleasure to see Wardruna live this summer. Lyfjaberg is even more hypnotising when played live 😍
I agree!! I also saw them but in spring in Ireland and this was like an putter body experience hearing for sure. I had just left a very toxic job that left me spiritually and physically spent. And seeing them was thy healing journey I needed.
I saw them live on Oct 30th. Such a special occasion. This video is so well done. The scale of the landscape is inspiring. My heart explodes when their octave rises about half way through. I can feel their song throughout my whole body.
Hey I was there too! Salem fam whaddup!?
Saw them live in Chicago on the 21st, and yeah, a truly surreal experience!
You're so lucky, I'm dying to see them Live
This song speaks to our DNA and takes us back to our ancestors, when music was meant to evoke emotions and ward off evil. A truly amazing band.
Was a fantastic show. Glad to finally see them live:)
Wardruna always make me feel right at home, as a Scandinavian! Love the vibe from the music they produce, it always gives me goosebumps.
For more Nordic singing please revisit Eivør. Her live performance of ‘Falling Free’ at the Old Theatre Torshavn is stunning. I would love to see your analysis of that performance from a singer who I feel is one of the best female vocalists out there, if not the best.
Yesss!! I was about to share the same, been thinking this since she made the video of Trøllabundin.
(Eivør Falling Free Live)
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OMG yes. Both falling free and I tokuni. And gullspunin
I tokuni for sure!
yes yes yes this performance of Falling Free is mindbending
Min modir
Danheim has put in an insane amount of effort into his own music like this, definitely worth a listen. Especially IVAR's REVENGE, its amazing
Thank you for your analysis of one of my favorite songs. Indeed you are right, it was released at the perfect time, we, I, needed it when it came. Being Norwegian myself, the lyrics spoke to me, and so did the meditative rhythm of it. And to this day, I struggle to hold my tears back listening to it. I feel lucky and privileged to finally have seen them live, at this years Midgardsblot. The perfect location for this music, amongst the burial mounds outside Borre in Norway.
I try to incorporate this song in my own healing, trying to get out of a dark hole, by reminding me the hike is a tough one, but worth the trip.
And also "hjertelig takk" (heartfelt thanks) for all your videos, they mean a lot to me. I've cried and laughed, and always enjoyed it. Thank you for sharing from your well of knowledge.
Have a beautiful day, all of you :)
My dream is to see them live in Norway ! I wish you to heal and get out of the dark hole, never stop climbing !
Just saw them in concert this past Friday. Absolutely stunning. I didn’t take a single picture or video because I was completely transfixed from the first sound to the last.
I just saw them on the 30th in Salem, Oregon. Lindy was fantastic. And what can I say about Einar? The guy is a wonderful human being and a great musician. Everyone in attendance loved the guy and cheered for him. I'm glad I got to see them.
Wardruna with Aurora was amazing live.
WHAT an awesome song. It's almost like his songs hit a chord with us that just reverberates and resonates inside us. Feel like can't get enough of it. Loved your take on this.
I got to see Wardruna live 2 weeks ago, and their live performances are just spellbinding I swear! So excited to see this!
Yeah, it was incredible. I saw them in Montreal.
Yeah I saw them in Durham. Awesome!
Agree! I saw them in Boston. I felt like I was in a trance the whole show. Absolutely incredible. And man could you really feel the percussion.
This is a song and visual performance of the ages... a replaying and retelling of an epic journey.. tough to listen to too much... love all his work and his interviews are incredible.
Einar Selvik and Jesper Kyd made AC Valhalla such an enjoyable game mainly because their music provided atmosphere, immersion, all things healing to the soul.
Yes... Once they fixed the game so the vikingr didn't stop singing as soon as you sailed past literally anything 😋
The only word I can think of to describe this song is "transcendent". I have listened to it so many times in the last few years and it's never stopped feeling like the first time, it really just makes your heart soar.
It was such a privilege and joy to have seen them in Atlanta last month.
I'm not a religious person, but when this song started I felt so damned at peace.
And when Helgeven was performed, I was legitimately brought to tears, having recently lost my father....
It was magical
Sweet!
I have been crossing my fingers and hoping for more Wardruna reactions on this channel.
I have heard this song thousands of times and it still makes me feel so alive, so lucky that it came into my life at this very moment. Thank you Wardruna.
Your analysis and your way of feeling the music have been wonderful as always.
Wardruna on Tuesday ?loving it even before the trailer loads. See you tomorrow.
What a timing. I have been listening to this song few times a day for the last week or so. Without ever reading the lyrics.
Now I know why this song is calling me. I am climbing my healing mountain recently in my life. Now I understand. Thank you ❤️
Ultimate goosebumbs music.
Love your Wardruna reactions! I was able to see them live in North Carolina a few weeks ago. Waves of rolling goosebumps. Hearing Helvegen live brought tears to my eyes. It was like experiencing it again for the first time.
Durham!? I was there too. Amazing!
@@toolman0701 haha yes, Durham! That's awesome!
This community is amazing, they always recommend the best songs out there!
Her video's make me experience music that is already amazing in so many more ways, be it analytical or emotional.
Just saw Wardruna and it was truly an experience. I love coming here to see you experience music. Your openness and and true love of the expression of music is so refreshing and uplifting. Thank you!
I've re-watched your reaction to this at least once a day. I love how you have so much to add and/or express while watching this. Your reactions are always perfect 🥰 thanks for doing this one, it was great!
YES! It's not just that I love Wardruna and Einar, Lyfjaberg is my favourite song by them. If anyone is hearing this for the first time and is digging the music, check out translation of the lyrics, they are absolutely beautiful.
It's my favorite song of there's too
YES! So excited for this! Love Wardruna and this is my favorite song of theirs. Can't wait to see your reaction ☺️ I'm actually going to see them live for the first time next Tuesday!
Saw them live on the 22nd and the crowd reaction to the start of the song was very enthusiastic, It's no surprise to me that this has become one of their bigger songs. The whole concert was special, too, and I eagerly await the next time I can see them live!
I've been waiting FOREVER for you to do this one, I knew you were going to love it!
This song is such a journey. I've listened to it so many times and completely immersed myself in it - and yet, watching this video has helped me to notice things I hadn't noticed before. Incredible. Always love your work, Elizabeth. Thank you!
The snow covered forests and running streams are so beautiful and perfect for this organic sound, and I love how much attention you pay even to capturing the sound of the footsteps Elizabeth. Your passion is amazing. The female vocals here reminded me of Jessika Kenney who performs experimental vocals that have a similar ancient feel. She appears on the song Cleansing by black metal band Wolves in the Throne Room that is hypnotic.
I'm so hooked on your vids about Wardruna and Heilung. I think I've watched EACH related video about six times! Thanks for spreading the love of nature and the gods that their music seeks to spread.
One of the most if not the most spiritual songs I've ever heard. As the song says, it mends your soul. I have years waiting for you to go there hahah! I´m not sure if you mentioned, but it´s not just Assassins Creed vibes. Einar actually worked with the videogame soundtrack. That guy is amazing. There are a lot of wonderful songs from Wardruna. I really recommend you to react to Andvevarljod, it'will take you to a similar trip.
Wardruna is one of the bands I love the most and Einar Selvik is so charismatic! Lyfjaberg is such an inspirational and powerful song! I listen to it every day! Can't wait to see Wardruna live 💜🎶
This is one of my favorite songs of all time this song just gives me a comforting feeling I listen to it at least once a month, hopefully this reaction will introduce more people to such an amazing song.
Saw them in Chicago 2 weeks ago it was an amazing show. I loved their minimalist lighting and set production. Even though it was in a huge venue it felt like we were all in the woods in a tribal circle.
Hey, I was there too! What a performance!
I can never get enough Wardruna or Heilung. For me, what makes this musical journey even more profound is Einar putting his hands on his chest in the beginning and then down at the end. He took us on an enchanted journey in between. Many levels in this one!!
Just saw them live Wednesday night. Fantastic show. This is my wife's favourite.
Great reaction to a song released at such a perfect time. The underwater shots are from Lygnstøylsvatnet in Ørsta, a lake that appeared in 1908 after a huge rockslide from the mountain above it closed the very narrow valley, and some houses were submerged in the river (that turned into a lake). You can still see the foundations of the houses in the crystal clear water. The mountain also decided an old argument on borders between families that lived there, as it just crushed everything and then buried it all in water ☺️
Saw Wardruna live in Plovdiv, Bulgaria on July 9th, it was so majestic listening to them in an ancient theater. I want to see them again (and Heilung too). 💚
Please can you do an analysis of Sigur Rós - Glósóli - Jonsi, the vocalist is otherworldly. It's never failed to send chills down my spine
Love that you included wardruna in your videos!
Awesome observations!! One I just noticed is the footsteps matching the drum beats! Saw them my first time in Chicago this month.. and a most beautiful experience it was.. thank you for going over one of they’re best works.. also I absolutely love your ability to embrace and appreciate the music!!!
This is an amazingly beautiful song.
You need to see Wardruna live. I saw them in Minneapolis a couple weeks ago, and it was so incredible.
This song is very special to me and one of my favorite songs ever. It speaks to me on a very deep level.... I appreciate the reaction Elizabeth.
Literally just saw Wardruna in concert Sunday night, one of my all time favorite bands! ♡
Yes!! I love this, was gonna suggest this song cause of its beauty. Such a fitting theme and the lyrics are incredible to ponder on. Definitely one of the best songs for meditations
Lyfjaberg was the song got me into Wardruna, I love most of their songs, each one so special, but Lyfjaberg has a spot in my heart since day one!
Band like wardruna and heilung and folk in general has something so primal i think we all connect with it on some level like we recognize it deep within.
Having just seen Wardruna live a week ago, hearing them alive is the most spiritual experience I've had.
I like how you can dive into the music and really enjoy it even during your reaction videos. I am musician myself and I can tell - not many people can listen music so carefully.
Yes!! I've waited for so long for you to analyze this song!
A friend in Denmark turned me onto this and I’ve been eternally grateful ever since. Absolutely love the deep meaning of this. Not sure how I missed it but, it just came up in my suggestions. Bravo! 🖤
omg another nordic music reaction!! i love your heilung reactions & i’m so happy you reacted to this song of wardruna’s, it’s one of my favourites! please do more! 😍
It's lovely to see you analyzing music. This video was so touchingly beautiful to see you take in Wardrunar. Their music is mesmerizingly beautiful❤
Just saw them in concert a few hours ago. I'm still buzzing from an AMAZING and powerful performance!!
I am seeing Wardruna live tonight!!! Thanks for posting this today!!!
You were about to cry because of the beauty of this song. I have listened to this since its release. It calms you and helps you with clear perspective on your journey.
FINALLY, after a year of me asking for this review!!! Okay I'm done being excited, time to watch!
I was fortunate enough to catch Wardruna live the last time they came to Toronto. They were remarkable, Einar’s voice is one of the most captivating I’ve heard live, and they even did some cool visuals on the walls to accompany their music.
Yes, Wardruna!! I'd love to see you check out more of their songs, especially from the Kvitravn album. They're simply incredible, and it's a delight watching you react to them and the emotions they stir
i got the pleasure of seeing them live just this month in LA and they sound perfect live it was an amazing experience and i got emotional and couldn't explain it, everyone was totally entranced.
Had the absolute pleasure of seeing Wadruna live in Denver this November. It was easily one of the best concerts of my life. I'd love to see more and more reaction videos on the channel! On a related note more reactions to Eivor would be welcome too!
I just saw them in Salem! I am still in a daze over how good they were.
You've described your journey through this Song like i would describe Einars way of experiencing his own Music. After his Song at ""FMF 2015: International TV Series Gala: Vikings suite, Trevor Morris, Einar Selvik"" he seemed to wake up like he was dreaming or in a meditative state.
I love the way you are giving songs a lively coat of paint with your words!
I LOVE that you are doing more Wardruna, and I hope you'll do more!
I love your videos I get to see them this month in Dallas I can’t wait keep up with the good videos much love from Texas ❤️
Love this, it’s so magic. Music is functional in every way, but this ids pure medicine. Thank you beautiful artists and analyst 😂❤
The music is incredible and the visuals that accompany the music is profound and a feast for the eyes.
Oh yeah, I love Wardruna and this is definitely my favourite song from them. Looking forward to you analysis.
Whenever I listen to wardruna, I have that spiritual, out-of-body experience, their music is just spiritually powerful!! Glad that you feel the same and expressed it in that way!
Another great reaction ;o) it just hit me, You never did a reaction/analysis of Kalandra and their lead singer Katrine Stenbekk... she was one of the backing singers during the last Wardruna tour and she as an incredible voice... so I encourage You to give her a listen :o) for instance a great example would be: Kalandra - Brave New World (Live at Kulturkirken Jakob)
it's a live recording with less instrumentation then the studio version, so it gives more room to Katrine's vocals to shine ;o)
thank you for your videos, they always bring so much joy to us ;o)
Awesome!!
The only thing is this number was not featured on the Kvitravn album.
Einar Selvik is/was a composer for the soundtracks in the Assassins Creed Valhalla Video game.
Wardruna is ridiculously awesome. Would love to see some Danheim, or Heilung.
Yes!
Heilung live is INCREDIBLE. MUST GO!!!
I first heard this song a little over a year ago, right before my cat died from cancer. She went rather quick after diagnosis, so it was unexpected. After she passed I was shattered and I really kinda leaned on this song and it's concept of the 'healing mountain' to climb really helped me get through that rough patch. I still get a little teary to hear it. An amazing song.
Einar teamed up with Ivar Bjørnson and some other members of the band Enslaved. (Kvervandi is a great acoustic performance to analyze.) Also some great music worth your time to check out!
I was so happy, when working from home, that this song came out.. It helped me stay calm and not get moody over the 2020-situation 🙂
The last half of the song is soooo mesmerizing.. Love it!
Saw them live tor the first time this year in Belgrade, Serbia and they were otherworldly! I've never felt something like this with any other band, they are truly unique and make you experience something primal and visceral that transcends all languages.
I spend time with this song on the trails, where I experiment with with different methods of being in a trance state. I am thankful to dive into these pieces of sonic lore, to dig in a little deeper to the essence of it. By doing so, I can more easily experience it in an emotional sense while experimenting with breathing exercises & hypnotic principles of induction. Thank you for your wisdom.
Wardrunas music has always felt like it was calling out and awakening some ancient part my soul connecting me to my ancestors. There is something truly magical about their music and i love it
Thanks for this reaction!! I noticed more new things even though I know the song by heart. And I relived it as for the first time because of you!
They have also made a new video for their song Skugge. You would love it as well
I can't wait to hear their music live this Friday (Nov 4) here in Los Angeles. I have been waiting 2 years to attend their concert because the pandemic
I feel so much in their songs the main feeling that sticks out the most is a feeling of home, a calling for me like a trance, a hypnotic calling
Perfect timing for this reaction, I get the privilege of seeing Wardruna live tomorrow :)
Wardruna and Heilung have been my top two fave groups since 2019 and this song in particular has been played repeatedly.
Wardruna always takes me into the spiritual realm, I feel some sacred inner action taking place, this song tells me persevere, endure, keep going, you will find a treasure beyond your hopes and dreams if you continue to press onward. Life is worth all our struggles and suffering.
Love your videos and your contagious energy ❤️ It's a pleasure learning from you and diving into the world of music.
Please consider doing a listening/anysis of Anathema - a UK band from Liverpool. Especially any of their songs performed at the Plovdiv ancient theater in Bulgaria ❤️
It makes me so happy that you’re digging into Wardruna more! ☺️❤️
One of my personal favourites of theirs is the song Raido from their Runalod: Ragnarok album. It would be so cool if you could check that one out as well! ❤️❤️❤️