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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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