Afterwords
The Gathering · 2013
41 min · 9 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · gothic metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating an atmospheric soundscape that is both haunting and introspective.
Why this album works
- Best for
- introspective moments of reflection steady build towards resolution ethereal soundscapes for solitude
- Context
- In 2013, The Gathering released 'Afterwords' as their ninth studio album, marking a period of artistic exploration following their 2012 EP 'Disclosure'. This album continued their evolution from gothic metal to a more progressive and ambient sound, featuring new influences while retaining the essence of their earlier work.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive metal, gothic metal
Afterwords is an album by The Gathering, released in 2013. Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating an atmospheric soundscape that is both haunting and introspective. 'Afterwords' received positive reviews for its introspective lyrics and mature sound, attracting attention within the progressive metal scene. It showcased The Gathering's ability to blend genres and maintain relevance in a changing music landscape, solidifying their legacy in alternative rock and gothic metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Afterwords sound like?
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating an atmospheric soundscape that is both haunting and introspective. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.
What makes Afterwords by The Gathering notable?
'Afterwords' received positive reviews for its introspective lyrics and mature sound, attracting attention within the progressive metal scene. It showcased The Gathering's ability to blend genres and maintain relevance in a changing music landscape, solidifying their legacy in alternative rock and gothic metal. In 2013, The Gathering released 'Afterwords' as their ninth studio album, marking a period of artistic exploration following their 2012 EP 'Disclosure'. This album continued their evolution from gothic metal to a more progressive and ambient sound, featuring new influences while retaining the essence of their earlier work.
Who is Afterwords for?
Afterwords works well if you're into introspective moments of reflection, steady build towards resolution and ethereal soundscapes for solitude.
How many songs are on Afterwords?
Afterwords has 9 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 S.I.B.A.L.D. Standout 5:02
- 2 Echoes Keep Growing 6:52
- 3 Areas 4:18
- 4 Afterwords Standout 4:01
- 5 Tuning In, Fading Out 3:52
- 6 Gemini III 4:00
- 7 Afterlights 1:58
- 8 Sleep Paralysis Standout 3:15
- 9 Bärenfels 8:12
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
41 min 34 sec
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