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"“Rankarumpu” is a new journey into Nordic lands. Korpiklaani shows a pleasant festive side while transporting us to the heart of ancient legends."
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The time for doubts is long gone. The bearers of an authentic folk metal sound, Korpiklaani delight with each delivery of soulful music carved from the spirit of Northern legends. “Jylhä” was a success, and the arrival of ‘Rankarumpu’ is a pleasure, with the idea of another beautiful journey.
Buoyed by a mystical cover, the record features faster tempi with many deliciously catchy tracks. 'Kotomaa', 'Aita', 'Saunaan', 'Rankarumpu' and 'Nouse' are fresh and tinged with a playful, rhythmic folk spirit. Jonne's stony vocals work wonders, as do the superb violin and accordion passages that bring out all that lovely folk soul. The choruses are catchy, and we can well imagine the tracks provoking some great dancing during live performances.
Korpiklaani also slows down the pace and signs some beautiful, soulful tracks in the form of shamanic journeys. 'Kalmisto', 'Oraakkelit' and 'Harhainen Höyhen' sound like stories told through music. The musical richness is enormous, exuding a very strong inhabited side full of a gripping folk soul. On vocals, Jonne shines, alternating between rougher and lighter tones like an actor. Between power and melody, 'No Perkele' and 'Mettään' are equally captivating, with lovely, calm folk breaks full of feeling and rousing solos.
“Rankarumpu” is a great success. Korpiklaani confirms his role as a remarkable folk storyteller, and signs a rich album, carrying the soul of his ancestors, at once melodic and danceable. - Official website
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TRACK LISTING:
01. Kotomaa
02. Tapa sen kun kerkeet
 03. Aita
04. Saunaan
05. Mettään
06. Kalmisto
07. Rankarumpu
08. No perkele
09. Viikatelintu
10. Nouse
11. Oraakkelit
12. Harhainen Höyhen
LINEUP:
Jarkko Aaltonen: Basse
Jonne Järvelä: Chant / Guitares
Kalle "Cane" Savijärvi : Guitares
Sami Perttula: Accordéon
Samuli Mikkonen: Batterie
Tuomas Rounakari: Violon
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