Damage Done
Dark Tranquillity · 2002
47 min · 12 tracks · melodic death metal
Melodic death metal blends with atmospheric elements, creating a haunting yet aggressive sonic landscape.
Why this album works
'Damage Done' received widespread acclaim, debuting at number 12 on the Swedish charts and being hailed for its intricate musicianship. It is often cited as one of the defining albums of the melodic death metal genre, influencing countless bands and contributing to the scene's growth during the early 2000s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo rhythmic flow haunting atmosphere with aggression engaging headphone detail exploration
- Context
- Released in 2002, 'Damage Done' marked Dark Tranquillity's fifth studio album and solidified their status as pioneers in the melodic death metal scene. This album followed the critically acclaimed 'Haven' and showcased a refined sound that emphasized both melody and aggression, further evolving their musical identity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Hatesphere
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Final Resistance Standout 3:03
- 2 Hours Passed in Exile 4:47
- 3 Monochromatic Stains 3:40
- 4 Single Part of Two 3:53
- 5 The Treason Wall Standout 3:32
- 6 Format C: for Cortex 4:32
- 7 Damage Done Standout 3:29
- 8 Cathode Ray Sunshine 4:16
- 9 The Enemy 3:58
- 10 I, Deception 3:56
- 11 White Noise/Black Silence 4:11
- 12 Ex Nihilo 4:30
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