Carved in Sand
The Mission · 1990
47 min · 10 tracks · gothic rock
Gothic rock layers intertwine with lush melodies and introspective lyrics, creating an atmospheric soundscape that resonates deeply.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with emotional depth
- introspective moments for quiet reflection
- lush melodies for immersive listening
- dynamic flow with varied intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1990, 'Carved in Sand' is The Mission's fourth studio album, following their successful album 'Children' in 1988. At this point, the band was solidifying their place in the gothic rock scene while navigating changes in their lineup and sound direction. The album marked a pivotal moment as they embraced a more polished production approach.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fields of the Nephilim· The Cult· Bauhaus
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Amelia 2:53
- 2 Into the Blue 4:14
- 3 Butterfly on a Wheel 5:43
- 4 Sea of Love 5:20
- 5 Deliverance 6:04
- 6 Grapes of Wrath 4:19
- 7 Belief 7:35
- 8 Paradise Will Shine Like the Moon 3:52
- 9 Hungry as the Hunter 5:16
- 10 Lovely 1:56
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