In February 2008, when they were still rather unknown, the Swiss folk-metal newcomers ELUVEITIE published an album which would later be heralded as one of the band's best, Slania. What ELUVEITIE achieved with that album is not a coincidence or phenomena. It's much more the product of hard, passionate work; the kind of work you put into something you love with all your heart. Even though the band went quickly from being an underground act to being internationally successful, they had to fight their way to the top. Euphoric reactions, sold-out shows and a newfound respect the world over were the well-earned rewards for Eluveitie's hard work. White LP