Crimson
Sentenced · 2000
54 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal
Melancholic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating an atmosphere of haunting beauty and despair.
Why this album works
'Crimson' received significant acclaim, often cited as a high point in Sentenced's discography. The album helped propel the band to greater prominence in the European metal scene, featuring prominently in charts and earning praise from outlets like Metal Hammer for its emotional depth and musicality.
- Best for
- steady emotional reflections throughout melancholic atmosphere for introspection long-form commitment to mood
- Context
- Released on January 17, 2000, 'Crimson' was Sentenced's fifth studio album and marked a critical point in their evolution into gothic metal. Following the commercial success of their previous album, 'Frozen,' the band further embraced darker themes and complex arrangements, solidifying their unique sound within the genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lacrimas Profundere· Draconian· Liv Kristine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bleed in My Arms Standout 5:09
- 2 Home in Despair Standout 3:48
- 3 Fragile 5:55
- 4 No More Beating as One 4:15
- 5 Broken 4:29
- 6 Killing Me Killing You Standout 5:26
- 7 Dead Moon Rising 4:53
- 8 The River 4:49
- 9 One More Day 5:13
- 10 With Bitterness and Joy 4:43
- 11 My Slowing Heart 5:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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