Wolfheart by Iku-Turso
Into the primal heartbeat of winter and the undying essence of Nordic Black Metal tradition!
"Wolfheart" heralds a triumphant return to the earthy roots of Nordic Black Metal as Iku-Turso emerges from the shadows of winter with a formidable new incantation. A call to adventure to explore the raw, untamed essence of winter through four distinct tracks, each offering a different perspective on the theme.
Enter a realm forged from ice and legend, where ancestral voices still echo the strength and resilience of the wild. This powerful invocation of the North's relentless grandeur cuts through the summer's heat, captivating and inspiring, awakening the primal spirit in all who dare to enter.
Embrace the darkness and awaken the primordial strength within you as we answer the call of the wild with "Pagan Beasts," where primal energy and enchanting melodies illustrate the chaos of mighty pagan warriors pillaging christian towns, where only a single mighty oak tree is left standing amidst the ashes.
"Gales of Hail" batters the senses, each note a gust of wind that carries tales of resilience and survival through the harshest of storms, crafted for those who dare to confront nature’s fury.
The somber atmosphere of "Grizzled Skies" looms large, evoking the indomitable spirit of survival. This track serves as a poignant reminder of the stark yet serene end one might face while in the wild as the heavens drape themselves in a cloak of grey.
Finally, "Midwinter" emerges as a haunting conclusion, a noble ode to nature's chilling majesty in its coldest depths. It is an epic homage to the heart of the season - the mystical allure of winter's zenith - with soaring riffs and evocative harmonies. It celebrates the stillness and reflection that come with the darkest days, a glimpse into the introspective journey that lies within it's cold embrace.
Iku-Turso conludes "Wolfheart" with a homage to their roots by performing a ferocious cover of Emperor's "Beyond the Great Vast Forest", a testament to the band's deep reverence for the genre's pioneers.
Embrace the wild, and let "Wolfheart" guide you into winter's profound embrace.
Available 6.6.2025 as a 6-panel digipack CD (Purity Through Fire) and a limited cassette housed in a slipcase (Korpituli Productions).
12" Vinyl edition to follow in August 2025 (Purity Through Fire).
Tracklist
| 1. | Pagan Beasts | 8:04 |
| 2. | Gales of Hail | |
| 3. | Grizzled Skies | |
| 4. | Midwinter | |
| 5. | Beyond the Great Vast Forest | 5:53 |
Credits
Iku-Turso of Wolfheart:
S.Korpituli - Unforgiving Lute of the Forebears
F. - Mezmerizing Hymns of the Elder Gods
Lafawijn - Ancient Frostbitten Voices of Death
Anzillu - Fiery Berserker of Winters Past
Wolfheart was recorded by Iku-Turso, mixed by S.Korpituli with F. and mastered by S.D at The Empty Hall Studios.
All Music by Iku-Turso except "Beyond the Great Vast Forest" by Emperor.
All art by Vhan Artworks, layout by S.Korpituli.
Iku-Turso logo by ModBlackmoon based on the original logo design by Christophe Szpajdel.
Band Photos by Serena Solomon except Lafawijn by Sergej Drobyshev (R.I.P).
