''Battle Ballads'' is the ninth studio album by Faroese

folk metal Folk metal is a fusion genre of heavy metal music and traditional folk music that developed in Europe during the 1990s. It is characterised by the widespread use of folk instruments and, to a lesser extent, traditional singing styles (for exampl ...

band Týr. It was released on 12 April 2024 through

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and was self-produced by the band.

Critical reception

The album received generally positive reviews from critics. Scott Wilson of ''Distorted Sound'' scored the album 8 out of 10 and called the album "a massive win." ''Rock 'N' Load'' praised the album saying, "''Battle Ballads'' is not breaking new ground, however, it is a solid addition to anyone's collection who likes their Folk, Symphonic or Power Metal."

Track listing

All music and lyrics by

Heri Joensen Heri Joensen (; born 21 February 1973) is a Faroese musician, notable for being the vocalist for the heavy metal band Týr. Heri was born in the Faroe Islands capital of Tórshavn which has had an influence on his song writing. As well as Týr, ...

, except where noted.

Personnel

Týr *

– guitars, lead vocals, production * Gunnar H. Thomsen – bass, backing vocals, production * Tadeusz Rieckmann – drums, production * Hans Hammer – guitars, production

Charts

References

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