This month we released the 4th Volume of The Book of Zeal. It is the culmination of all our work during 2024, a great way to look back on the past year.
Fun facts about this album
- It is the first to feature a Dutch song.
- It includes 2 Viking themed songs.
- The main focus remains Medieval-Fantasy Folk
- Consists of 6 originals and 3 covers.
The Book of Zeal is something I will always enjoy adding new volumes to. Each new volume marks another year of artistry, with fresh songs sung with new skill and practice. Each new album also teaches its own lesson. Now that we’re at the end of this volume, I’ve finally reached the point that I know exactly how I’d like to continue singing, and that’s a major win!
It really gives me a boost to have something to show for still being determined to work my way to the ten year mark. It’s a great motivator to know that the persistence has not waivered and I’m still on the track I’ve set out on at the beginning.
Book of Zeal, Vol 4 consists of
- Down By The River
- De Bokkenrijders
- The Appletree
- Always In The Saddle
- ODIN!
- Northgard’s Shores
- Woe On The Wind
- The Phantom of the Opera
- Wouldn’t It Be Nice
Each song in this list has its own story, most of which I’ve already shared in my Story Time Blogs. I’ve enjoyed sharing these stories with you in the past year and intend to keep this tradition going in 2025.
Enjoy the album and if you feel like letting me know your thoughts, don’t hesitate to reach out and contact me. I’d love to hear from you!
LYRICS
Available on Bandcamp.
CREDITS
Songs by multiple artists, listed per song.
Songwriting of originals by Bart Mesman
Bart the Bard 