A Rose for the Apocalypse
Draconian · 2011
64 min · 10 tracks · doom metal · gothic metal · death-doom
Melancholic melodies intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape of despair and beauty.
A Rose for the Apocalypse is an album by Draconian, released in 2011. Melancholic melodies intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape of despair and beauty. 'A Rose for the Apocalypse' received critical acclaim, including a positive review from Metal Hammer that praised its atmospheric depth. The album helped to further establish Draconian as key players in the gothic metal scene, influencing subsequent bands within the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Rose for the Apocalypse sound like?
Melancholic melodies intertwine with crushing riffs and haunting vocals, creating a sonic landscape of despair and beauty. Rooted in doom metal and gothic metal.
What makes A Rose for the Apocalypse by Draconian notable?
'A Rose for the Apocalypse' received critical acclaim, including a positive review from Metal Hammer that praised its atmospheric depth. The album helped to further establish Draconian as key players in the gothic metal scene, influencing subsequent bands within the genre. Released on January 1, 2011, 'A Rose for the Apocalypse' marked Draconian's fifth studio album, following their previous effort 'Turning Season Within' in 2008. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their reputation within the doom metal genre, showcasing a matured sound that blended gothic elements with their established death-doom style.
How many songs are on A Rose for the Apocalypse?
A Rose for the Apocalypse has 10 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Drowning Age Standout 7:18
- 2 The Last Hour of Ancient Sunlight 5:26
- 3 End of the Rope 6:34
- 4 Elysian Night Standout 7:52
- 5 Deadlight 6:32
- 6 Dead World Assembly 5:52
- 7 A Phantom Dissonance 5:39
- 8 The Quiet Storm 6:37
- 9 The Death of Hours 7:48
- 10 Wall of Sighs Standout 5:14
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
64 min 52 sec
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