Týr is a folk metal band from the Faroe Islands, formed in Copenhagen in 1998 by vocalist and guitarist Heri Joensen and bassist Gunnar H. Thomsen. Their music draws on Norse mythology, Faroese kvæði tradition and heavy metal, with lyrics in both English and Faroese. Over nine studio albums on labels including Napalm Records and Metal Blade Records, they have built a devoted international following and are widely regarded as one of the defining acts in Viking and folk metal.
Týr announced the Valhalla Calling Europe Tour for November-December 2026, a 25-date headline run across 15 countries co-headlined with Twilight Force and Dragonland.
Týr announced their tenth studio album, a self-titled record, set for release in 2026 - their first album since Battle Ballads (2024).
Týr performed on the 70,000 Tons of Metal cruise in January 2026 and played a UK date in Birmingham in January 2025 as part of a package tour with Alestorm, Ensiferum and Heidevolk.
Týr announced a second leg of the Battle Ballads North American tour for February-March 2025, adding cities not covered in the first run.
Týr released their ninth studio album Battle Ballads on Metal Blade Records on April 12, 2024, featuring orchestral arrangements alongside their trademark folk metal sound.
