Act Seven
Crematory · 1999
49 min · 10 tracks · gothic metal
Dark, atmospheric melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating an immersive gothic experience.
Why this album works
'Act Seven' received critical acclaim, charting in Germany and helping to expand the band's audience beyond their core fanbase. Its blend of gothic and melodic elements influenced many emerging bands within the genre and contributed to the burgeoning popularity of gothic metal at the turn of the millennium.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo atmospheric flow immersive gothic soundscapes unfold dark melodies for introspective moments
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'Act Seven' is Crematory's fifth studio album and marks a significant moment in their evolution toward a more melodic sound. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Illusions,' this release solidified their presence in the gothic metal scene during a time when the genre was gaining wider recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lacrimas Profundere· Dark the Suns· Amy Lee
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shining 1:58
- 2 I Never Die Standout 5:52
- 3 Moonlight Standout 5:05
- 4 Fly 5:51
- 5 Memory 5:13
- 6 The Holy One Standout 5:23
- 7 The Game 5:54
- 8 Waiting 4:01
- 9 Awake 5:42
- 10 Tale 4:31
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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