[For Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Popular Songs Showcasing the Appeal of Viking Metal
When you hear the term “Viking metal,” what kind of music do you imagine? As the name suggests, it’s a genre of heavy metal themed around the history and mythology of the Norse Vikings.
It blends grand orchestral arrangements with fierce guitar riffs, creating an immersive sound that makes it feel as if scenes of ancient battles are unfolding before your eyes.
Whether you’re captivated by Norse mythology or simply curious about metal music, you’re sure to discover something new.
In this article, we’ll introduce tracks that let you fully savor the allure of Viking metal.
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[Must-See for Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Popular Songs Showcasing the Appeal of Viking Metal (21–30)
Upon Raging WavesMithotyn
A Swedish band.
It evokes a scene like the one on the album cover: soldiers walking under the sun.
The roughness of the sound quality also adds character.
After the sword-drawing sound effect in the middle, the guitar tone is a powerful sound that surely influenced many.
VanadisFalkenbach
A German band.
A song that begins with a grand melody, as if aiming for a distant horizon.
It then weaves in death growls and choral parts, maintaining a mid-tempo feel all the way to the end.
Not the kind of headbanging or overly melodramatic fare that makes you writhe—this is one to listen to quietly, picturing vast natural landscapes.
[A Must-See for Beginners] A Collection of Iconic and Popular Viking Metal Tracks That Showcase Its Appeal (31–40)
Naglfar Sets SailFolkearth
A multinational band.
The folk-influenced intro builds anticipation, then bursts into a cheerful melody that feels like it could soundtrack a barroom brawl.
The sheer sense of fun conveyed by the sound reminds me of the unique brightness that only this genre of metal can deliver.
A Fine Day to DieBathory
A Swedish band.
Melancholic arpeggios.
Chorus.
A majestic melody flowing alongside death growls.
Rugged, chiseled riffs.
Together with the album cover, it evokes battlefields and holy wars.
The song regarded as the progenitor of Viking metal remains unfaded across the ages.
Song Of The EarthFUROR GALLICO
An Italian band.
From the get-go they kick things off with instruments that are irresistible to fans of this kind of band.
In particular, it’s like they’re proclaiming, “We’ll throw in violin and flute whenever we get the chance.” In the latter half of the track there are choruses, and overall you can really feel the attitude of, “We’re not interested in doing plain old metal.”
Kings of RagnarökWARKINGS
Warkings is an international power metal band made up of members from Austria, Germany, and Switzerland, known for its unique concept of portraying historical warriors.
In June 2025, they are releasing a fantastic new track.
Inspired by the apocalyptic battle of Norse mythology, the song fuses powerful guitar riffs, majestic choral parts, and energetic drumming, delivering a forceful piece that draws listeners into the climax of an epic tale.
The track will be included on their fifth album, Armageddon, scheduled for release by Napalm Records in July of the same year, where it will serve as the album’s finale.
In the past, their album Revenge reached No.
29 on Germany’s official album charts, and this new work seems perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in a rich world shaped by history and myth, paired with a powerful metal sound.
ZephyrusClaim The Throne
An Australian band.
Within 10 seconds of the music video you’ll think, “Ah, these guys are idiots!”—their look makes it obvious.
But instead of the cheerful, goofy metal you’d expect, it hits you with death growls and passionate melodies—a delightful gap-moe twist.
From start to finish it’s a flood of beautiful melodies, a track I’d recommend even to fans of melodic death metal.