Beautiful Distortion
The Gathering · 2022
48 min · 8 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · gothic metal
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a lush soundscape that balances darkness and light.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady progression with resolution ethereal melodies for introspection immersive soundscape for deep focus
- Context
- Released on April 29, 2022, 'Beautiful Distortion' marks The Gathering's return after a six-year hiatus since their previous album 'Afterwords'. This album showcases the band's continued evolution in sound, blending alternative rock and gothic metal elements while exploring new thematic depths.
- If you like
- alternative rock, progressive metal, gothic metal
Beautiful Distortion is an album by The Gathering, released in 2022. Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a lush soundscape that balances darkness and light. 'Beautiful Distortion' has been well-received in alternative and metal circles, reflecting the band's enduring influence. It reestablished The Gathering's presence in the music scene, demonstrating their ability to adapt while maintaining a devoted fanbase. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Beautiful Distortion sound like?
Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a lush soundscape that balances darkness and light. Rooted in alternative rock and progressive metal.
What makes Beautiful Distortion by The Gathering notable?
'Beautiful Distortion' has been well-received in alternative and metal circles, reflecting the band's enduring influence. It reestablished The Gathering's presence in the music scene, demonstrating their ability to adapt while maintaining a devoted fanbase. Released on April 29, 2022, 'Beautiful Distortion' marks The Gathering's return after a six-year hiatus since their previous album 'Afterwords'. This album showcases the band's continued evolution in sound, blending alternative rock and gothic metal elements while exploring new thematic depths.
Who is Beautiful Distortion for?
Beautiful Distortion works well if you're into steady progression with resolution, ethereal melodies for introspection and immersive soundscape for deep focus.
How many songs are on Beautiful Distortion?
Beautiful Distortion has 8 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 In Colour Standout 5:50
- 2 When We Fall 5:23
- 3 Grounded Standout 6:52
- 4 We Rise 6:47
- 5 Black Is Magnified 6:19
- 6 Weightless Standout 5:50
- 7 Pulse of Life 6:44
- 8 On Delay 4:30
Release Date
April 29, 2022
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
48 min 15 sec
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