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A Noise Severe

The Gathering · 2007

123 min · 19 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · gothic metal

A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and heavy instrumentation creates a rich, immersive listening experience.

Why this album works

Best for
long immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys wave-like pacing and flow
Context
Released in 2007, 'A Noise Severe' is The Gathering's first live album after their acclaimed studio efforts, marking a celebratory moment in their career. This release showcases the band's evolution from gothic metal to more atmospheric elements, capturing their unique sound during a period of lineup stability and artistic exploration.
If you like
alternative rock, progressive metal, gothic metal

A Noise Severe is an album by The Gathering, released in 2007. A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and heavy instrumentation creates a rich, immersive listening experience. 'A Noise Severe' highlights The Gathering's influence in the post-metal scene, receiving praise for its atmospheric depth. It reflects the band's ability to draw international audiences, contributing to their status within alternative rock and metal circles. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does A Noise Severe sound like?

A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and heavy instrumentation creates a rich, immersive listening experience. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.

What makes A Noise Severe by The Gathering notable?

'A Noise Severe' highlights The Gathering's influence in the post-metal scene, receiving praise for its atmospheric depth. It reflects the band's ability to draw international audiences, contributing to their status within alternative rock and metal circles. Released in 2007, 'A Noise Severe' is The Gathering's first live album after their acclaimed studio efforts, marking a celebratory moment in their career. This release showcases the band's evolution from gothic metal to more atmospheric elements, capturing their unique sound during a period of lineup stability and artistic exploration.

Who is A Noise Severe for?

A Noise Severe works well if you're into long immersive listening sessions, dynamic emotional journeys and wave-like pacing and flow.

How many songs are on A Noise Severe?

A Noise Severe has 19 tracks, running approximately 123 minutes.

Tracklist

19 tracks·123:08

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Shortest Day 4:40
  • 2 In Between Standout 4:34
  • 3 Liberty Bell 5:29
  • 4 Probably Built in the Fifties Standout 6:45
  • 5 Even the Spirits Are Afraid 6:04
  • 6 Saturnine 4:24
  • 7 Monsters 5:32
  • 8 Alone 4:47
  • 9 A Noise Severe 7:34
  • 10 Leaves 5:41
  • 11 Eléanor 6:42
  • 12 In Motion, Part I 6:06

Disc 2

  • 1 Waking Hour 6:01
  • 2 On Most Surfaces 6:33
  • 3 Strange Machines Standout 6:34
  • 4 Adrenaline 4:34
  • 5 Third Chance 4:58
  • 6 Black Light District 16:17
  • 7 Travel 9:43

Release Date

January 1, 2007

Artist Origin

Netherlands

Runtime

123 min 8 sec