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Ankoku butoh

Faith and the Muse · 2009

45 min · 13 tracks · folk rock

A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and dark instrumental textures creating a dreamlike, mystical atmosphere throughout the album.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Woman of the Snow — This track opens the album with an eerie beauty that sets the tone for the entire listening experience, blending delicate melodies with a sense of haunting mystery.
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    Battle Hymn — Featuring powerful instrumentation and driving rhythms, this song encapsulates the album's thematic intensity while showcasing the band's dynamic vocal interplay.
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    When We Go Dark — This track stands out for its lyrical depth and atmospheric build-up, inviting listeners into a poignant reflection on darkness and transformation.
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    She Waits by the Well — With its enchanting melodies and rich storytelling, this song embodies the fusion of folklore and spirituality that characterizes much of the album’s narrative arc.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Woman of the Snow 2:45
  • 2 Kamimukae 1:08
  • 3 Blessed 3:56
  • 4 Battle Hymn 4:24
  • 5 Bushido 2:38
  • 6 Nine Dragons 4:35
  • 7 Harai 1:34
  • 8 When We Go Dark 4:26
  • 9 The Red Crown 4:21
  • 10 Kodama 3:36
  • 11 She Waits by the Well 4:25
  • 12 Sovereign 4:26
  • 13 To Be Continued 3:36

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