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Dactylis Glomerata

Candlemass · 1998

94 min · 20 tracks · epic doom metal

A haunting blend of heavy riffs and melancholic melodies that defines epic doom metal's emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • haunting melodies for reflection
  • epic dynamics for deep immersion
  • melancholic vibes for introspection
  • long-form exploration of themes

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, standalone tracks
  • seek instant energy and gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1998, 'Dactylis Glomerata' was Candlemass's fifth studio album, marking a period of reinvigoration for the band after their 1994 release 'From the 13th Sun'. This album came after a brief hiatus and showcased a return to their signature sound, solidifying their legacy within the doom metal genre during a time when it began to gain renewed interest.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Wiz 3:54
  • 2 I Still See the Black 6:17
  • 3 Dustflow 9:21
  • 4 Cylinder 1:22
  • 5 Karthago 6:40
  • 6 Abstrakt Sun 6:41
  • 7 Apathy 4:14
  • 8 Lidocain God 3:36
  • 9 Molotov 1:38
  • 10 Container 3:19
  • 11 Thirst 4:54

Disc 2

  • 1 3:rd Child From the Sun 4:05
  • 2 Dustflow 7:59
  • 3 Abstrakt Sun 6:52
  • 4 Thirst 5:03
  • 5 Bug Queen 3:47
  • 6 Blue Wizard 4:19
  • 7 Lidocain God 4:14
  • 8 Cylinder 1:33
  • 9 Enigma 4:10

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