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Released 11 years ago this August

Abyss

Chelsea Wolfe · 2015

55 min · 11 tracks · electronic · folk metal · dark wave

A haunting blend of dark wave and folk influences wrapped in ethereal vocals and atmospheric production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing for introspective moments
  • haunting atmosphere for deep reflection
  • gradual intensity that envelops listeners
  • emotional weight in each track

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks upbeat or fast tempos
  • prefers standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Abyss' was released in August 2015, Chelsea Wolfe had already established herself as a unique voice in dark pop, following her critically acclaimed album 'Pain Is Beauty' from 2013. This album marked her fourth studio release and showcased a further evolution in her sound, incorporating more electronic elements and exploring darker themes.
Stylistic neighbors
Zola Jesus· Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Carrion Flowers 4:50
  • 2 Iron Moon 5:46
  • 3 Dragged Out 4:20
  • 4 Maw 5:54
  • 5 Grey Days 5:19
  • 6 After the Fall 5:35
  • 7 Crazy Love 3:33
  • 8 Simple Death 5:22
  • 9 Survive 5:38
  • 10 Color of Blood 4:48
  • 11 The Abyss 4:12

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