Bloody Kisses
Type O Negative · 1993
73 min · 14 tracks · doom metal
A darkly atmospheric blend of doom metal and gothic romance, layered with haunting melodies and sardonic humor.
Top tracks — play these first
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Black No. 1 (Little Miss Scare‐All) — This track exemplifies Type O Negative's unique blend of humor and dark themes, featuring catchy riffs and a memorable chorus that helped define their sound.
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Christian Woman: a) Body of Christ (Corpus Christi) / B) To Love God / C) J.C. Looks Like Me — The multi-part structure showcases the band's ability to weave complex narratives with provocative themes, making it a centerpiece of the album's exploration of love and faith.
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Too Late: Frozen — This haunting ballad contrasts deeply melancholic lyrics with lush instrumentation, encapsulating the emotional weight that defines much of Type O Negative's work.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album's blend of doom metal and gothic elements creates a unique sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features long tracks, with several exceeding six minutes, allowing for extended instrumental passages and atmospheric build-up.
- Vocals alternate between deep, growling tones and melodic singing, creating a stark contrast that enhances the emotional weight of the lyrics.
- Many tracks incorporate layered guitar harmonies and keyboards, contributing to a dense soundscape that emphasizes the gothic elements.
- The sequencing includes abrupt shifts in tempo and mood, particularly between heavier tracks and more melodic interludes, which affects the overall flow.
- 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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7/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- brooding atmospheric focus
- wave-like pacing experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1993, Bloody Kisses was Type O Negative's third studio album and marked their first breakthrough into mainstream success. Following the underground acclaim of their previous albums, this record introduced a more polished sound while maintaining their signature thematic darkness, solidifying their place in the gothic metal genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paradise Lost· My Dying Bride· Anathema
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Machine Screw 0:41
- 2 Christian Woman: a) Body of Christ (Corpus Christi) / B) To Love God / C) J.C. Looks Like Me 8:58
- 3 Black No. 1 (Little Miss Scare‐All) 11:15
- 4 Fay Wray Come Out and Play 1:03
- 5 Kill All the White People 3:24
- 6 Summer Breeze 4:49
- 7 Set Me on Fire 3:30
- 8 Dark Side of the Womb 0:28
- 9 We Hate Everyone 6:51
- 10 Bloody Kisses (A Death in the Family) 10:56
- 11 3.0.I.F. 2:06
- 12 Too Late: Frozen 7:51
- 13 Blood & Fire 5:33
- 14 Can’t Lose You 6:06
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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