Top tracks — play these first
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Swan Lake — Opening the album, this track seamlessly merges classical influences with heavy metal instrumentation, setting a grand tone that reflects the album's overarching themes of nature and fantasy.
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Phantom Queen — This song stands out for its engaging narrative and melodic hooks, showcasing the band's ability to blend storytelling with powerful symphonic arrangements.
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Faustus — With its dramatic tempo shifts and rich orchestration, this track exemplifies Dark Moor's signature sound while exploring darker lyrical themes that resonate throughout the album.
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The Enchanted Forest — The whimsical melodies combined with haunting lyrics create an immersive experience, highlighting the band's strength in crafting atmospheric soundscapes that transport listeners.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal soundscapes for introspection
- dreamy melodies that evoke nostalgia
- patient unfolding of orchestral themes
- immersive journeys through nature's beauty
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
- want straightforward, short songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 29, 2008, 'Autumnal' is Dark Moor's fifth studio album, following their 2003 record 'Beyond the Sea'. At this point, the band had solidified their style, blending traditional heavy metal with symphonic elements, and was gaining recognition in the European metal scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Rhapsody of Fire· Nightwish· Sonata Arctica
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Swan Lake 8:00
- 2 On the Hill of Dreams 4:45
- 3 Phantom Queen 4:03
- 4 An End So Cold 4:01
- 5 Faustus 4:09
- 6 Don't Look Back 4:37
- 7 When the Sun Is Gone 4:39
- 8 For Her 4:37
- 9 The Enchanted Forest 3:33
- 10 The Sphinx 4:28
- 11 Fallen Leaves Waltz 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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