WHEN I BEGAN using Tarot cards in July 2021, I followed widespread advice for beginners by opting to use the classic Rider-Waite-Smith version. That iconic deck stands as the cornerstone of modern tarot — the definitive version upon which nearly all contemporary interpretations are based. Its imagery is rich in archaic symbolism and steeped in …
Nordic Folk Since August, 2023 I've presented on here several pieces of music, compositions which may be best described as 'Nordic Folk.' Ulvetime On August 18 that year I posted 'Ulvetime (Hour of the Wolf)' by Northern European group, 'Songleikr.' The song’s captivating lyrics confront mortality with a mood of dread and restlessness, yet my …
The sparks of inspiration which prompt musicians to produce pieces of music are as diverse and multi-faceted as music itself. Personal experiences, relationships, social issues and events are all possible stimuli for a songwriter’s muse, having the potential to release the flow of creative juices. Unsurprisingly, many iconic songs have their roots in their creators' …
Last November, in my post titled ‘Hi-bear-nation,’ I presented a music track by Norwegian group, Wardruna. I featured a further piece by them - 'Odal' - in my post of that name in April this year. Wardruna's distinctive style is a blend of age-old Nordic sounds and traditions interwoven within a contemporary acoustic environment. Traditional …
In the post titled 'Evolution of (my) Runes', written in July last year, I explained how I made a set of runes for my own use as a divining tool. To give context I added a tightly-abridged history of runes, explaining how this ancient writing system once used by the Nordic and Germanic peoples, has …
RAVEN MOON 