Ceromonies cover

Ceromonies

Fields of the Nephilim · 2012

103 min · 17 tracks · gothic rock

A haunting blend of atmospheric guitars and ethereal vocals, echoing gothic grandeur with modern production.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional crescendos
  • haunting atmospheres for solitude
  • dynamic progression with peaks
  • thoughtful reflection during twilight
  • immersive journeys through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2012, 'Ceromonies' marked Fields of the Nephilim’s return after a long hiatus since their previous studio album, 'The Nephilim' in 1990. This album came during a period of artistic resurgence for the band, showcasing a matured sound while revisiting their signature gothic rock roots.
Stylistic neighbors
The Sisters of Mercy· Bauhaus· The Mission

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Shroud (Exordium) 5:02
  • 2 Straight to the Light 4:54
  • 3 From the Fire 6:04
  • 4 Penetration 3:38
  • 5 Shine 6:24
  • 6 Wail of Sumer 5:38
  • 7 And There Will Your Heart Be Also 7:34
  • 8 Trees Come Down 3:32
  • 9 Psychonaut 10:00

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro (The Harmonica Man) 2:20
  • 2 Preacher Man 4:47
  • 3 Moonchild 4:25
  • 4 Requiem (Le Veilleur Silencieux) 7:31
  • 5 Xiberia (Seasons in the Ice Cage) 6:36
  • 6 Zoon, Part 3: Wake World 5:42
  • 7 Mourning Sun 11:31
  • 8 Celebrate 7:44

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata