Leaves' Eyes Album: “Njord”

The new Leaves' Eyes CD does not disappoint. I think from track 7 onwards it is as good as Vinland Saga, the other CD of this band that I have. Vinland Saga is a bit more subtle and has more hypnotic and enchanting music. But Leaves' Eyes never do any song that is not classy and smooth, and "Njord" is a good combination of soaring vocals, symphonic heaviness, and smooth metal. If you like sophisticated female fronted symphonic metal, get both of these CD's, along with Elis' "Dark Clouds in a Perfect Sky," which has a similar sound.

The lead singer is easy on the eyes and the photographer is doing a fantastic job of telling a story with the cover art. The music ... it's not bad; Liv is a talented singer and the the rest of the band are competent. In the end their work reminds me strongly of Sarah Brightman's Symphony, but Njord and Vinland Saga lack the energy, production values, and passion of that album. It may not be a fair comparison but listening to those to albums had me start playing Symphony as I write this review.

I love this band. Liv has such talent. Would recommend to anyone even people that do not follow this type of music.

In my personal opinion I think this doble CD is a gift from Njord because we can listen a different gotic metal or sinfonic metal , She (Liv Kristine) has a beautiful and sweet voice and these atributes are a excelent complement with the music. When I listened for first time the song (Njord) I said! I NEED TO BUY THIS ALBUM but the Special Edition because is a gift for all NEW FANS like Me!!!

Liz has a great soft voice as where krull is the hard and heavy voice both are great and I enjoy their music much