Bloodmoon I
Chelsea Wolfe · 2021
58 min · 11 tracks · electronic music
Haunting melodies intertwine with heavy, immersive soundscapes, creating an atmospheric journey through darkness and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blood Moon Start here — The opening track sets a haunting tone with ethereal vocals and atmospheric instrumentation, establishing the album's thematic focus on darkness and transformation.
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Viscera of Men — This track showcases dynamic contrasts between soft verses and powerful choruses, illustrating Wolfe's ability to evoke deep emotional responses through both lyrics and sound.
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Flower Moon — In this track, the delicate interplay of acoustic elements and electronic textures highlights Wolfe's versatility as an artist while maintaining the album's overarching ambiance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's atmospheric depth and dynamic shifts create an engaging listening experience, though it may not reach broader audiences.
What we noticed
- The first three tracks build a dense atmosphere with layered synths and minimal percussion, creating a slow, immersive experience.
- Several tracks feature shifts in dynamics, such as 'Flower Moon' which introduces a more rhythmic pulse halfway through.
- The album closes with two tracks that gradually fade out, leaving a lingering sense of unresolved tension.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional peaks
- atmospheric soundscape exploration
- introspective journey through darkness
- haunting melodies for solitude
- immersive listening in order
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat instant gratification
- prefer standalone, catchy tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Noted for critical acclaim and artistic ambition, marking a high point in her career.
- Career context
- Released on November 19, 2021, 'Bloodmoon I' is Chelsea Wolfe's fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Birth of Violence' from 2019. At this juncture in her career, Wolfe further explores the fusion of dark pop and folk metal, solidifying her unique artistic vision while collaborating with fellow musicians on this project.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Zola Jesus· Bat for Lashes· Lana Del Rey
Tracklist
- 1 Blood Moon Start here 7:51
- 2 Viscera of Men 5:29
- 3 Coil 6:08
- 4 Flower Moon 4:38
- 5 Tongues Playing Dead 4:12
- 6 Lord of Liars 3:21
- 7 Failure Forever 4:03
- 8 Scorpion’s Sting 5:48
- 9 Daimon 6:59
- 10 Crimson Stone 6:47
- 11 Blood Dawn 3:31
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