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Amplified // A Decade of Reinventing the Cello

Apocalyptica · 2006

101 min · 23 tracks · symphonic metal · cello rock

A dynamic fusion of classical cello and heavy metal, reshaping rock's boundaries with orchestral intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied intensity
  • wave-like pacing with emotional peaks
  • cathartic releases in orchestral moments
  • for late-night reflection
  • engaging for crossover fans

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward structures
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2006, 'Amplified // A Decade of Reinventing the Cello' marks Apocalyptica's transition from niche instrumental heaviness to mainstream recognition. This album comes after their successful crossover album 'Reflections' (2003), showcasing their evolution by incorporating more original compositions alongside covers of iconic rock tracks.
Stylistic neighbors
2Cellos· Lindsey Stirling· Cello Fury

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Enter Sandman 3:41
  • 2 Harmageddon 4:56
  • 3 Nothing Else Matters 4:48
  • 4 Refuse/Resist 3:13
  • 5 Somewhere Around Nothing 4:10
  • 6 Betrayal 5:12
  • 7 Farewell 5:32
  • 8 Master of Puppets 6:02
  • 9 Hall of the Mountain King 3:29
  • 10 One 5:45
  • 11 Heat 3:22
  • 12 Čohkka 4:28
  • 13 Kaamos 4:44
  • 14 Deathzone 4:36
  • 15 Angel of Death 3:52

Disc 2

  • 1 Repressed 4:28
  • 2 Path, Volume 2 3:24
  • 3 Bittersweet 4:27
  • 4 Hope, Volume 2 4:03
  • 5 En vie 3:28
  • 6 Faraway, Volume 2 5:13
  • 7 Life Burns! 3:08
  • 8 Seemann 5:21

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