Glittertind is a Norwegian band that started in the late 1990s when brothers Torbjørn and Vegard Sletta met guitarist Kjetil Nordhus. They shared an interest in heavy metal and Norse mythology, which became central to their music. Their debut album 'Til Dovre Faller' came out in 2004 and included the track 'Rolandskvadet'.
Their songs often draw from historical and mythological themes, with titles like 'Anne Knutsdotter' and 'Brede Seil Over Nordsjø Går' appearing in their catalog. The 2007 album 'Gamlelandet' continued this direction, while 2013's 'Djevelsvard' showed some experimentation within their established sound.
Early on, some listeners questioned their mix of heavy metal with Norse themes, but they kept working with those elements. Their recordings include adaptations like 'When Johnny Comes Marching Home' alongside original material rooted in Scandinavian stories.
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