Released 9 years ago this November
Darkness of Eternity
Amberian Dawn · 2017
47 min · 11 tracks · power metal
Epic symphonic metal blends with soaring vocals and intricate melodies, creating a vivid soundscape of fantasy and emotion.
Top tracks — play these first
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I'm the One — This track opens the album with powerful vocals and dynamic instrumentation, setting the tone for the epic journey ahead.
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Sky Is Falling — With its catchy chorus and driving rhythm, this song exemplifies the band's signature blend of melody and power, showcasing their knack for memorable hooks.
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Ghostwoman — A standout track that intertwines haunting melodies with lyrical storytelling, demonstrating the band's ability to create an immersive narrative experience.
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Symphony Nr. 1, Pt. 2 - Darkness of Eternity — This closing piece encapsulates the album's grand orchestral themes and acts as a culmination of its musical journey, highlighting their neo-classical roots.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases ambitious compositions and effective orchestration, solidifying its place in symphonic metal.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature orchestral arrangements that complement the guitar work, creating a layered sound that enhances the fantasy themes.
- The last two tracks include extended instrumental sections, allowing for a gradual build-up to a climactic finish.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic journey throughout
- ethereal soundscapes for reflection
- dramatic crescendos and releases
- immersive listening in solitude
- captivating emotional depth
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat party anthems
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the release of 'Darkness of Eternity' in late 2017, Amberian Dawn had established themselves in the symphonic metal scene with their sixth studio album. This album followed their 2015 release, 'Innuendo', showing a continued evolution in their sound and thematic depth as they embraced more orchestral elements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I'm the One 4:06
- 2 Sky Is Falling 4:04
- 3 Dragonflies 5:43
- 4 Maybe 3:36
- 5 Golden Coins 3:54
- 6 Luna My Darling 4:58
- 7 Abyss 3:28
- 8 Ghostwoman 4:04
- 9 Breathe Again 4:51
- 10 Symphony Nr. 1, Pt. 2 - Darkness of Eternity 4:18
- 11 My Only Star (Re-Recorded) 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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