Alchemy Vol. 1
Poets of the Fall · 2011
69 min · 24 tracks · alternative rock · post-grunge
An ethereal blend of alternative rock and post-grunge with haunting melodies and introspective lyrics.
Why this album works
The album was well-received, charting within the top positions in Finland and demonstrating the band's consistent popularity. Its lead single, 'Carnival of Rust', continues to resonate within alternative rock playlists, showcasing the band's enduring influence on the genre.
- Best for
- introspective moments of reflection dynamic journey with emotional peaks ethereal soundscapes for solitude
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Alchemy Vol. 1' marked a significant moment for Poets of the Fall as their fifth studio album. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Revolution Roulette' (2005), this work continued to solidify their reputation in the Finnish rock scene while expanding their international reach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- HIM· The Rasmus· Haloo Helsinki!· Blind Channel· Sunrise Avenue· Uniklubi· Absoluuttinen Nollapiste· Disco Ensemble
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Can You Hear Me 4:15
- 2 Late Goodbye Standout 3:46
- 3 Lift Standout 5:12
- 4 Illusion & Dream 5:14
- 5 Stay 3:34
- 6 Sleep 4:56
- 7 Carnival of Rust Standout 4:19
- 8 Locking Up the Sun 3:54
- 9 Roses 4:01
- 10 The Ultimate Fling 6:52
- 11 Diamonds for Tears 4:12
- 12 Dreaming Wide Awake 4:24
- 13 War 5:03
- 14 Given and Denied 4:16
- 15 No End, No Beginning 5:15
Disc 2
- 1 Late Goodbye Standout
- 2 Lift Standout
- 3 Carnival Of Rust Standout
- 4 Carnival of Rust Standout
- 5 Locking Up The Sun
- 6 The Ultimate Fling
- 7 Diamonds For Tears
- 8 Dreaming Wide Awake
- 9 War
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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