Týr - Dragons Never Die (Official Video)

“We consciously decided to make this a more direct album with songs that are easier for listeners to get right away than some of the stuff on our last album, or maybe even on our 2006 album Ragnarok, which was very progressive,” says Joensen. “With Battle Ballads, there are progressive elements here and there, but we tried to keep the songs based on one or two musical ideas each, and work on everything from there. So, in a way, it’s more concise than our last album, but it’s more epic because of the symphonic elements.”

There’s no escaping the masterfully meticulous blend of melody and savagery on Battle Ballads. Notes Joensen of the band’s “Dragons Never Die” single, “The song starts with a long harmonic crescendo on drums and guitar reminiscent of classical Deep Purple, then shifts an eastern inspired melodic journey back in time with wordless singalong parts, going into a rhythmically simple and stomping verse about a gold-grabbing dragon and a protagonist set on defeating it. It’s a fast and riveting chorus. The metal story progresses and culminates into a face melting solo. With the last chorus, the protagonist finds that becoming rich beyond measure just makes him the next dragon.”

TÝR:
Heri Joensen - vocal, guitar
Hans Hammer - guitar
Gunnar Helmer "Gunz" Thomsen - bass
Tadeusz "Tad" Rieckmann - drums

[endycarus]

It was fun singing along with this at Hyperspace last Friday. Great show!

[darkwatson]

Haven’t listened to TYR in years but this just made me remember why I loved them growing up

[brittanyarmstrong]

I love this song the more I listen to it! I love Tyr!!!!❤

[vrilvanir]

Not gonna lie, I really miss the heavy prog elements of older Tyr. But I like all the singles so far and Hans is a great addition to the lineup so im stoked for the new album.

[conbotstudios]

My favorite of the first three songs so far. Catchy song!

[Lora_]

I spotted the dragon in the corner and pointed at it like a toddler.

[CharllySonOfMetal]

I already have a favorite song from this album. sensational, especially when I saw a dragon flying. magnificent

Brasil 😎

[EddyEP]

I understand why some people say they miss the old (progressive) songstructure in these new songs and I can agree to a certain point but I also really like the song they released so far from te upcoming album. Really looking forward to that!🤘🏻

[squiglycam]

Love the new stuff! The change up in tempo, beat, melody is on point. Awesome evolution of Tyr. I feel like this is a new facet of one of my favorite bands. Can't wait for you to arrive in Berkeley!! I will be bellowing in unison to the gory grind that you bathe in. Hail Odin. Hail Thor. Hail Tyr. I stand and salute to the glorious dead that walked through the gates of Valhalla!!!

[waynusq]

My son was born in May. This is his absolute favorite song and video! Whether he's crying, upset or sleepy, we put this on and he just loves it! He loves all of your music, but none as much as this. Thank you for this gift 🤘🔥

[JTmetalriffsandcovers]

Melodic and heavy... Congratulations guys 🤘🤘🤘

[Rawblah]

Happy Year of The Dragon! Killer hooks, Keep ‘em comin’!
🎶✌️🐲🤘🎶®️

[michaellekl]

This and "Axes" are truly epic songs already. Can't wait for the entire album! 🤘

[mited]

just saw them in Ottawa and got a signed copy of the album, whole thing goes so hard

[ritzenhauf]

Accessible and anthemic. I'm all in!

[alonsoallen]

I liked just a few songs of Tyr, but this new singles are great

[ВячеславИванов-ъо]

Замечательное видео🤟🤟🤟👍👍очень круто и здорово!!!!

[CelestiC]

Powerful and straight forward ! Best one so far, see you sunday !

[MadMetal_V]

Very nice!! Might be my favorite video from the new album! 🤘🏻🎶🤘🏻

[DamienSLR]

I had the chance to visit the Faroe Islands, so I have a fair idea of where it has been filmed. Beautiful place. Of course I blasted some Tyr while driving.