Hrossharsgrani - Ancient Tales

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Review by Carlos O.

Ancient Tales by Hrossharsgrani: A Sonic Journey Through Time and Myth Let’s get real here—Ancient Tales isn’t just an album; it’s more like stepping into some kind of mystical time machine. Released in 2000, this beast from Hrossharsgrani (aka Hugin) is a wild ride through genres that shouldn’t work together but somehow do. You’ve got ambient vibes melting into black metal riffs, Viking chants colliding with movie-score drama, and neofolk sneaking its way into the mix. It’s chaotic, emotional, and utterly unforgettable. The project spans Austria, Russia, and Italy, with labels like Werwolf Productions backing it up. But honestly? None of that matters once you hit play. This record feels bigger than borders or business—it’s raw storytelling wrapped in soundscapes that feel both ancient and futuristic at the same time. Tracks That Stick With You Okay, let me break down two tracks that really stuck with me because they’re just that good. First off, "Fimbulwinter." Holy crap, where do I even start? There’s something about the icy guitar tones and those haunting melodies that make you feel like you’re freezing to death in the middle of nowhere—but in a good way? Like, yeah, you’re cold as hell, but there’s also this weird sense of awe. The track builds slowly, layering on these crushing riffs until it feels like the world is ending around you. And when the drums kick in? Chills. Every single time. It’s not just music—it’s like watching winter itself come alive. Then there’s "Triumph In Every Fight (Extended Version)." Man, this one hits different. From the first second, it’s pure adrenaline. The rhythm pounds like war drums, and the vocals scream victory even if you don’t speak the language (which, spoiler alert, I don’t). What gets me every time is how epic it feels without being overdone. It’s like standing shoulder-to-shoulder with warriors who refuse to back down, no matter what. By the end, you’re ready to storm Valhalla yourself—or at least clean your room like you mean it. Why This Album Matters Here’s the thing: Ancient Tales doesn’t try to fit neatly into any box, and that’s exactly why it works. It’s messy, ambitious, and unapologetically loud. Some parts sound like a soundtrack for a forgotten myth, while others feel like they belong in a modern action flick. Hell, sometimes it’s hard to tell whether you’re listening to a battle hymn or a dream sequence. But maybe that’s the point—myths aren’t supposed to be logical, right? What surprises me most is how personal it feels despite all the grandeur. Listening to it, I can almost picture Hugin sitting alone in a dimly lit room, piecing together these massive ideas late at night. There’s passion in every note, even when things get chaotic. And here’s the kicker—I listened to this album during a thunderstorm, and holy smokes, it was next-level cinematic. Lightning flashing outside, rain hammering against the windows, and “Hel - Goddess Of The Underworld” blasting through my speakers... I swear, for a moment, I thought the gods were actually coming to earth. So yeah, Ancient Tales might not be everyone’s cup of mead, but damn if it doesn’t leave a mark. If you’re looking for something safe and predictable, keep scrolling. But if you want music that grabs you by the soul and drags you into another dimension? Press play. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself daydreaming about wielding Mjölnir or riding the wind into Valhalla.

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Heroism
Hel (Goddess Of The Underworld)
Song To Hall Up High
When The Gods Come To Earth
The Gates Of Mordor
Fimbulwinter (2009 Remix)7:15
Fimbulwinter
Wotans Ehre6:18
Born In The Fight
Fimbulwinter Part II7:17
Fimbulwinter Part I16:03
Hel - Goddess Of The Underworld
The Unknown Land
When The Gods Come To Earth *
Ancient Tales
Fire & Ice
The Eternal Halls Of Valhalla
Heroism *
Blood On My Sword
Triumph In Every Fight '
Triumph In Every Fight
Song Up To Hall Up High
Hildskjalf0:59
Mjölnir (Different Version)9:55
Mjölnir
March Into Battle
Weltenbrand
Steel Meets Steel3:46
Myrkvid
Riding The Wind
Fimbulwinter *
Triumph In Every Fight (Extended Version)
Hel
Fire And Ice
Ridding The Wind
The Riddle Of Steel

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Catalog Numbers

  • 010
  • WP013
  • WAR 011
  • reich 12, VG 37

Labels

  • W.A.R. Productions
  • Werwolf Productions
  • W.A.R.
  • Lost Reich Rex, Valgriind

Listen online

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  • lytte på nettet
  • kuunnella verkossa
  • online anhören
  • ouvir online
  • ascolta in linea
  • online luisteren
  • escuchar en línea
  • écouter en ligne

Formats

  • CDr
  • Album
  • Limited Edition
  • Cassette
  • Numbered
  • 2 × CDr
  • Compilation
  • Reissue

Credits

RoleCredit
LayoutHugin
Music ByHugin

Notes

  • Limited to 400 copies. 100 copies come with poster.
  • Extended version '
  • Bonus track *
  • Recorded, mixed and mastered at W.A.R. Studio in Linz, during winter 1999/2000
  • Remastered in summer 2003
  • Limited to 88 copy
  • Limited to 88 numbered copies
  • The last three songs of Side B are bonus tracks for this release
  • CD-R compilation of the first Austrian project's works, came to early Graveland and Darzamat. Music carries a listener to ancient times, full of myths, legends and sounds of martial drums. Clean art, that connects future and the past. CD-R was released in common of Lost Reich Records and Valgriind.
  • 200 unnumbered copies.

About Hrossharsgrani

Another Ambient/Noise project of , which became a band playing a mix of Folk/Pagan Metal in the early 2000's, just to revert the music style back to Noise a few years later.

Name Vars

  • Harossharsgrani

Members

  • Fylgja
  • Alex Wieser
  • Munin

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the album *Ancient Tales* by Hrossharsgrani is like a musical journey through time and myth? Released in 2000, it blends genres like Ambient, Black Metal, and Viking Metal, creating a sound that feels both ancient and futuristic. The mastermind behind it, Hugin, pulled influences from Austria, Russia, and Italy, giving the album a truly international vibe. Tracks like "Fimbulwinter" and "Triumph In Every Fight" echo themes of Norse mythology and heroism, making it more than just music—it's an experience. And get this: some tracks have multiple versions, like "Fimbulwinter," which got remixed in 2009. It’s wild how one album can mix movie effects, neofolk vibes, and metal energy into something so unique.