The War That Plagues the Lands

The War that Plagues the Lands is the second full-length album by Slechtvalk. The album reached a number 2 position in the Lowlands Top 50, the most known metal-chart from the Netherlands. The cover art was done by Kris Wervimp who is known for his works with bands like Marduk and Immortal. Slechtvalk became a full band on this album, showcasing folk vocals by Ohtar, bass playing by Nath, drumming by Grimbold, symphonic keyboards by Sorgier, and soprano vocals by Fionnghuala. The lyrical content took a more fantasy-oriented approach and talk metaphorically about a warlord and his falcon, and the rising battle between armies of good and evil, concentrating on the plot from the falcon's point of view. The album received a positive reception from the press, and was mostly criticized for the drum sound and that the music was not particularly innovative.

Track listing

1. "Of Slumber and Death" – 3:50
2. "A Plea for the King" – 6:59
3. "From Behind the Trees" – 5:28
4. "My Last Call" – 10:59
5. "The Falcon's Flight" – 5:08
6. "A Call in the Night" – 5:03
7. "And Thus it Burns" – 4:12
8. "Burying the Dead" – 5:39
9. "War of the Ancients" – 5:45
10. "The Dragon's Children" – 4:05
11. "In Paradisum" – 6:36

Personnel

• Shamgar – vocals, guitars
• Ohtar – guitars/vocals
• Nath – Bass
• Grimbold – drums, vocals
• Sorgier – keyboards
• Fionnghuala – soprano

External links

• Album at Metal-Archives