THURNIN release the new album “Harmr” todayDutch dream folk pioneers THURNIN release and stream the new full-length “Harmr” (Old Norse “grief” or “sorrow”) today, on March 14, 2025. “Harmr” is now streaming in full and available for immediate publication via this link: www.youtube.com/watch?v=u2dYFNepF-w |
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Tracklist 1. Mana 2. Gefera 3. Arcturus 4. Heortece 5. Eitr 6. Fygja 7. Folkvangr |
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THURNIN‘s third album “Harmr” was born out of the deep feeling of grief that only love can bring. The title refers to an old Icelandic word that is probably more literally translated as ‘grief’ while its contemporary meaning rather implies ‘sorrow’. The loss of one or even more loved beings is hard to bear for any person.
It is therefore hardly surprising that the lower key and a reduced tempo are permeating “Harmr” throughout most of the songs; and much more so than on its predecessor “Útiseta” (2023), on which THURNIN mastermind Jurre Timmer interpreted this numinous act as a way to commune with nature, and to gain spiritual wisdom in a time of introspection and transcendence.
Yet while the magical dreamworld of THURNIN has turned into a darker and more melancholic twist, there are also the feelings of hope for salvation, loving memories, and glimpses of beauty within the musical context that Timmer established on his debut album “Menhir”.
When the mysterious Dutch solo-project of mastermind and sole musician Jurre Timmer emerged with the dark folk debut full-length “Menhir” in 2021, little was known about THURNIN – beyond the fact that he came from black metal roots before turning to acoustic music, which is a rare evolution but shared by a few, such as WARDRUNA founder Einar Selvik.
Before THURNIN, Timmer released an album with his death doom project I, FORLORN. He also created 2 albums and 2 EPs for a project under the name of ALGOS. Although his idea to compose an acoustic EP for ALGOS pointed towards the general direction of THURNIN, Timmer decided to start fresh on a clean musical slate and to let his new band develop into its own direction.
When “Menhir” found its way from Timmer’s home studio in the town of Soest by the Dutch city of Amersfoort, the album became an instant hit on YouTube that has long passed the milestone of 1 million views. With the eagerly awaited follow-up album “Útiseta”, THURNIN continued to find many new friends, also due to playing a few select and celebrated shows.
At the edge of winter, when spring is just to bring new light and warmth to the Northern hemisphere, THURNIN will open a new portal to their dream world with an album that is born from grief but offers comfort and solace to all who step on board the gentle musical vision of “Harmr”.
Band: Thurnin Line-up Guest musicians Recording by Jurre Timmer at Thurnin Recording Studio, Gennep (NL) Artwork by Jack Bailey Shop Available formats Links |
THURNIN release & stream new album “Harmr”, today!
