The ten-minute-epic “The Last Viking” is a spectacular ride through the variations of metal music. In the speedy symphonic-smash hit „Serpents And Dragons“ she joins a strong duet battle with shouter Alex, bringing Hardrada’s naval combat for the Danish crown with hundreds of longships impressively to life. The thrilling first single showcases what a key strength the Finnish soprano-sensation Elina Siirala has become to the band sound. When the Viking hero refuses to be one of her many lovers she has him locked in the Byzantine dungeons. The haunting rock opus “Dark Love Empress” tells about the vengeful empress Zoë.
The raging pagan-hymn “Chain Of The Golden Horn” chronicles Hardrada’s dangerous escape from Byzantium, where a heavy iron chain was hidden in the Bosporus waters to wreck hostile ships.
“The Last Viking” is the epic soundtrack to the mythical world of Viking adventures. The sagas of Hardrada are full of drama, emotions and the everlasting fights for power. “The Last Viking” itself would make a great screenplay. We don’t mess around in mythology!” promises Alexander Krull (vocals), again responsible for conception and lyrics. “Some tv dramas or blockbusters make me smirk when I see the Viking Sagas turned upside down. History books were devoured, sagas had to be studied. Now, LEAVES’ EYES bring the Viking Sagas to their bombastic finale.Īs always, LEAVES’ EYES attach importance to historical accuracy. With their cult-albums “Vinland Saga” (2005) and “King of Kings” (2015) they already turned Leif Erikssons discovery of America and the life of Norway’s first king into music. The setting of the symphonic metal masterpiece couldn’t be more tremendous. “The Last Viking” is the 2020-monumental-piece of LEAVES’ EYES. The last Viking King is dead – the Vikings’ age is over.
His whole life flashes before his eyes: cruel wars, fights over power, journeys to exotic worlds guiding to powerful women, emperors and kings falling into ruin. Norway’s king Harald III, called Hardrada (“the hard ruler“) lies dying. Warriors fighting death, the grounds soaked in blood. The decisive battle near Stamford Bridge. Thorsten Bauer - Guitars, Bass, Mandoline, Vocals (choirs)Īlexander Krull - Vocals, Programming, Samples, Vocals (choirs)Įngland in the year 1066. Leaves’ Eyes – The Last Viking (Collector’s Edition) (2020)ĥ. Leaves Eyes - The Last Viking (2CD) (2020)
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