A Mortal Binding
My Dying Bride · 2024
54 min · 7 tracks · doom metal · death-doom
A haunting tapestry of melancholic melodies and crushing riffs draped in atmospheric despair.
Why this album works
'A Mortal Binding' is notable for its critical reception, quickly gaining attention as one of the most anticipated doom metal albums of 2024. Its lead single, 'Her Dominion', debuted at number 7 on the UK Rock Chart, showcasing the band's enduring appeal and influence in the contemporary metal scene.
- Best for
- haunting melodies for deep reflection gradual build to emotional climax atmospheric despair for evening solitude
- Context
- 'A Mortal Binding' marks My Dying Bride's return after a five-year hiatus following 'The Ghost of Orion' (2019). This album showcases a continued evolution of their signature death-doom sound, integrating fresh elements while maintaining the heavy emotional weight that characterizes their work. As a veteran band, they further solidify their legacy within the doom metal genre with this release.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paradise Lost· Draconian· Agalloch
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Her Dominion Standout 6:13
- 2 Thornwyck Hymn 6:49
- 3 The 2nd of Three Bells 6:54
- 4 Unthroned Creed 7:02
- 5 The Apocalyptist Standout 11:24
- 6 A Starving Heart 7:31
- 7 Crushed Embers Standout 9:03
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