Midvinter - Midvinternatt

Review by David Banach

Midvinternatt is an album by the Swedish folk metal band Midvinter. The record was released in 1997 by the label Napalm Records. The album is a unique blend of traditional Swedish folk music and heavy metal, with lyrics in Swedish.

The album starts with the track "Midvinternatt" which sets the tone for the rest of the record. The song features a beautiful acoustic guitar intro followed by heavy guitar riffs and pounding drums. The vocals are powerful and emotive, and the lyrics are a tribute to the winter solstice.

The album continues with tracks such as "Trollmors Vaggvisa," "Den Sista Färden," and "Skogens Sång," which all showcase the band's ability to seamlessly blend traditional folk music with heavy metal. The instrumentation is impressive, with the use of traditional Swedish instruments such as the nyckelharpa and the hurdy-gurdy.

One of the standout tracks on the album is "Frostvind," which features haunting vocals and a beautiful melody. The song is a tribute to the harsh winter winds that blow across the Swedish landscape.

Summary by David Banach

Midvinternatt is an impressive album that showcases the unique sound of Midvinter. The band's ability to blend traditional folk music with heavy metal is truly impressive, and the result is an album that is both powerful and beautiful. Fans of folk metal and traditional Swedish music will definitely want to give this album a listen.