- Country: Switzerland
- Style: Folk melodic death metal
- Relase date: 25 April 2025
Ànv stands as a compelling reaffirmation of Eluveitie’s artistic identity—melding melodic death metal with rich Celtic folk textures. With the introduction of Lea-Sophie Fischer, the album gains fresh folk instrumentation while retaining core band elements: gut-punch metal riffs, dual-vocal contrast, and cultural lyrical threads. Singles like “Premonition”, “The Prodigal Ones”, and the cinematic track “Taranoías” offer a mix of aggression and melody that should satisfy long-time fans.
Critics largely commend the album’s instrumental agility and stylistic consistency, though some die-hards feel it doesn’t break enough new ground. Still, Ànv marks a confident return, bolstered by dynamic live performances and continued evolution of Eluveitie’s sound.