Acclaimed Norwegian world music collective Wardruna dives further into Old Norse mythology to create the majestic sixth album “Birna” which embodies a sonic & mystical journey into the woodland realms of the bear.
We enter an ancient mythical dimension as “Hertan” strengthens the old roots with a mystifying galloping rhythm and an impressive combo of traditional instruments accompanied by grand eclectic choirs.
The title track can easily hypnotize the listeners invoking the ancestral force of nature with convoluted instrumental passages that ultimately create stunning multidimensional harmonies reaching the acme with an alluring blend of diverse vocal deliveries.
“Jord til Ljos” presents rich acoustic tapestries and captivating rhythmic variations adorned by whimsical flutes and inspiring chants that sound so far away from the dreary modern world.
The pulsating rhythmic core of “Skuggehesten” showcases a darker & heavier attitude around the quasi harsh vocal delivery and the eerie elegance of the strings can induce a trance like state.
Within the otherworldly dimension of “Tetrale” emotions run free as a sophisticated melodic essence takes the center stage enriched by detailed atmospheric arrangements ultimately leading to a cathartic rhythmic crescendo.
To courageously venture into the depth of a magical forest we follow the evocative chants of “Lyfjaberg” as the atmospheric gloom and the tribal rhythm seamlessly entwine to generate a solemn soundscape.
Dedicated to the warden of the forest “Birna” always feels like a mesmerizing dialogue with nature as Wardruna, guided by the creative wisdom of Einar Selvik, carefully weave intricate atmospheric and acoustic progressions sincerely celebrating their fascinating Norse folklore.