Enjoy!
Cal.
Fólkvangr: A Mix for Lecräesa
This is themed a little darker than Here Be Dragons. Fólkvangr is Freyja’s hall where she receives half the dead lost in battle. Freyja is a goddess in Norse mythology.
The quote above the tracklist is from the game Odin Sphere: “Raise that sword and the shadows draw closer spreading the stench of death. But tenderness may exist in those inhabiting in darkness while distress envelops those who would oppose it”.
I made two different covers for this chose the one you like best.
[Full Zip]
1. Prologue by Bear McCreary [link]
[Instrumental]
2. Cinder and Smoke by Iron & Wine [link]
Cinder and smoke
Some whispers around the trees
The juniper bends
As if you were listening
At first, I wanted another Iron & Wine song here, but it hasn’t been released yet, so I hunted for this one, I love the way this song sounds, how dark and moody it is.
3. Cold Cold Water by Mirah [link]
I left the only home I knew
I stayed alive and I found you.
I adore this song so much. Creiha song. Maybe an allusion to her relationship with Marcus.
4. Soulshine by Allman Brothers [link]
I grew up thinkin that I had it made,
Gonna make it on my own.
Life can take the strongest man,
Make him feel so alone.
For Strick, definitely for Strick.
5. Treehouse by I’m from Barcelona [link]
I've been climbing rocks and stones
been collecting broken bones
6. You Were On My Mind by Crispian St. Peters [link]
Oh, I got troubles, oho
I got worries, oho
I got wounds to bind
7. Some Days Are Better Than Others by U2 [link]
Some days you hear a voice
Taking you to another place
Some days are better than others
8. Behind Blue Eyes by the Who [link]
But my dreams
They aren't as empty
As my conscience seems to be
For evil kings. You know who you are, Hedj.
9. Flathead by The Fratellis [link]
She's the second best killer that I ever have seen.
For Captain Sophie.
10. A Dark Congregation by The Hush Sound [link]
A dark congregation
Of familiar faces
Gathered around the quiet earth
11. Remember When It Rained by Josh Groban [link]
Remember when it rained. In the darkness I remain.
Yeah, I love Josh Groban, no question about it.
12. You Are What You Love by Jenny Lewis and the Watson Twins [link]
we live in a house of mirrors
We see our fears in everything
13. Made Up Love Song #43 by Guillemots [link]
i love you through sparks and shining dragons, i do,
and the symmetry in your northern grin
Song for the couples of Lecraesa, namely [very spoliery get-together-ers].
14. Nightingale by Laura Veirs [link]
Nightingale come
And perch upon my tree
A terrifying light's
Been flashing over me
15. Reasons Why by Nickel Creek [link]
I'm calling this home when it's not even close
Playing the role with nerves left exposed
16. Bad Moon Rising by Rasputina [link]
I see a bad moon rising,
I see trouble on the way,
I see earthquakes and lightnin'
I see bad times today
This is a cover of one of my favorite CCR songs. I love how dark this cover is.
17. Whistles the Wind by Flogging Molly [link]
Oh you'll find your way out, but there's no going now
Every woman and child drags you down for the good
It's not safe being free, can't give back what you feel
You said you'll always be in heaven with me
Strick to Lusien, Lusien to Strick. Basically their song.
18. Never Let Go by Josh Groban ft. Deep Forest [link]
Turn your head up to the sky, nothing down below.
Don't let go.
19. Nightmare by Nox Arcana [link]
[Instrumental]
20. The Parting Glass by The Wailin' Jennys [link]
But since it falls unto my lot
That I should rise and you should not
I'll gently rise and I'll softly call
Good night and joy be with you all
I adore this version of the song. So pretty.
21. Remember by Josh Groban [link]
Remember, I will still be here
As long as you hold me, in your memory.
22. Gymnopédie no. 1 (Lent et douloureux) by Erik Satie [link]
[Instrumental]
Ta,
Cal.
