The title Kvitravn translates to "White Raven," which is also the artist name of band founder Einar Selvik. In Nordic tradition, white animals are seen as prophetic messengers and "bridges between worlds".
The album explores animism , Northern sorcery, spirit animals, and the relationship between humans and nature. It moves away from the rune-focused themes of the Runaljod trilogy to focus on legends from the Sagas and Norse folklore. The title Kvitravn translates to "White Raven," which
Wardruna uses traditional and historical instruments like the taglharpa (tail-hair harp), kravik-lyre , bukkehorn , and lur . They often incorporate natural sounds like wind, water, and fire into their compositions. The "First Flight" Experience It moves away from the rune-focused themes of
is a deluxe 2022 release by the Norwegian Nordic folk group Wardruna, serving as both a reissue of their 2021 studio album Kvitravn and a high-quality live-in-studio recording. Core Concept and Meaning The "First Flight" Experience is a deluxe 2022