Narrated in Old Norse, Draugablíkk’s first poetic release Hel var Árheim: Norðrlandasaga is available now.
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The inspiration for “Hel var Árheim: Norðrlandasaga” can be traced back to the enigmatic verses of the popular poem “Vǫluspá” from the Poetic Edda.
Our version is veiled in subtle differences to clarify the original meaning of the source material — which have been shrouded in secrets and forgotten lore for too long.
HERMÓÐR AND SLEIPNIR BRING WORD FROM THE FAR REACHES OF ÁSALAND.
January 16, 2023 — One of the most interesting aspects of Norse mythology is the concept of magic and mysticism. The gods and goddesses of the Norse pantheon are not only powerful beings but also practitioners of magic and wielders of mystical powers.
December 23, 2022 — The winter solstice marks the shortest day and longest night of the year. To coincide with the event, we are pleased to let you know our newest track ‘Hróðvitnir: Solstice Solasvartr’ has been released, with its lyrics taking a stab at Fenris to ensure the light will return.
December 17, 2022 — While working on new songs, we felt inclined to draw inspiration from ancient Svitjod and its historical winery traditions.
In the Viking Age, Scandinavia experienced a natural period of warmer weather that allowed for the growth of wine in places like Mälardalen near Birka, close to Stockholm.
September 23, 2022 — Myth, like music, will never reveal its true meaning unless you embrace it with an open mind in good spirit.
Coinciding with the Autumn Equinox, Draugablíkk released twinsingle ‘Myrkrmáni Haustablót’ on Friday, September 23, at 03:03 CET. Is there numerology in play?
September 16, 2022 — As summer dies into birth, autumn and the start of winter are slowly born. To celebrate 🔥 the autumn equinox, Draugablíkk will release twintrack single ‘Fornrít Fara: Myrkrmáni Haustablót’ — just in time for when night and day are perfectly in balance.
August 29, 2022 — People are people, and life is life. The ancient world was very different from ours, but it was also the same. Plague and war were part of the world then, just as it is part of our world now. What our forebears discovered about themselves living in that world is as true today as it was then.
June 24, 2022 — The Icelandic Sagas tell how converted Viking chieftains sought to ban Midsummer rituals and replace them with Catholic celebrations. In more recent medieval sources from the 1500s, Swedish writer, cartographer, and ecclesiastic Olaus Magnus mentions midsummer bonfires. Those are no longer common in Sweden but are still practiced in Finland. Read The Full Story »
May 15, 2022 — When thinking of warriors, people tend to envision only violence. But fighting itself is not bad. The biggest question is — what is worth fighting for?
April 21, 2022 — Walk with us into the shadows and back out into the light to find out more about this upcoming Saturday’s Walpurgis night, the most important day of a nine-day long heathen tradition.
HERMÓÐR AND SLEIPNIR BRING WORD FROM THE FAR REACHES OF ÁSALAND.
Draugablíkk is an eclectic folk music band known for its Hunno-Gutnish lyrics and unique sound that blends ancient Scandinavian instruments with shamanic song traditions of the Great Steppe. 🔥
HERMÓÐR AND SLEIPNIR BRING WORD FROM THE FAR REACHES OF ÁSALAND.
