Alternative Matter
Antimatter · 2010
107 min · 22 tracks · gothic rock
A haunting blend of acoustic melodies and atmospheric soundscapes that evoke a sense of melancholic introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Black Sun (Dead Can Dance tribute) — Opening with an ethereal quality, this track pays homage to Dead Can Dance while embodying Antimatter's signature blend of melancholy and beauty, setting the tone for the album.
-
→
Saviour (reel to reel demo) — This demo version captures raw emotional intensity with its stripped-back instrumentation, illustrating the band's ability to convey depth through simplicity.
-
→
Epitaph (orchestral mix) — The orchestral arrangement elevates the original piece, transforming it into a sweeping cinematic experience that showcases Antimatter's artistic growth.
-
→
Landlocked (Mick Moss remix) — This remix adds a fresh perspective to a familiar track, highlighting Moss's innovative approach to reinterpreting their existing material for new contexts.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing that ebbs
- reflective soundscapes for solitude
- haunting melodies evoke nostalgia
- dynamic journey with varied pacing
- acoustic enhancements for intimate moments
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2010, 'Alternative Matter' marks Antimatter's fifth studio album, showcasing their evolution from gothic rock roots to more experimental and ambient textures. This album comes after the departure of founding member Duncan Patterson, leading to a redefined sound primarily driven by Mick Moss.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Gathering· My Dying Bride· Paradise Lost
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Black Sun (Dead Can Dance tribute) 5:25
- 2 The Art of a Soft Landing (acoustic, enhanced) 3:18
- 3 Far Away (live) 5:13
- 4 Saviour (reel to reel demo) 3:05
- 5 Landlocked (Mick Moss remix) 4:45
- 6 In Stone (acoustic, enhanced) 5:25
- 7 Epitaph (new version) 6:48
- 8 Terminal (Duncan Patterson remix) 6:03
- 9 Mr White (live) 3:46
- 10 Flowers (new version) 4:06
- 11 Expire (Lackluster remix) 5:13
Disc 2
- 1 God Is Coming (Duncan Patterson remix) 6:46
- 2 Everything You Know Is Wrong (acoustic, enhanced) 2:58
- 3 A Portrait of the Young Man (enhanced) 5:22
- 4 Flowers (acoustic) 4:07
- 5 Holocaust (reel to reel demo) 4:48
- 6 The Art of a Soft Landing (4 track demo) 4:14
- 7 Expire (Atrabilis Sunrise remix) 5:27
- 8 Over Your Shoulder (acoustic) 3:25
- 9 Dream (4 track demo) 5:53
- 10 Lost Control (acoustic, enhanced) 6:50
- 11 Epitaph (orchestral mix) 4:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.