What makes Deep Silent Complete by Nightwish notable?

This EP is notable for its impact on the symphonic metal scene, showcasing Nightwish's ability to fuse classical elements with heavy music. It received positive critical reception and paved the way for their later commercial successes, influencing a wave of symphonic metal bands that emerged in the early 2000s. Released as Nightwish's second studio EP, Deep Silent Complete followed their breakthrough album, Oceanborn. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound within the power metal genre, expanding their fanbase and artistic vision.

How many songs are on Deep Silent Complete?

Deep Silent Complete has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Deep Silent Complete

Nightwish · 2000

7 min · 2 tracks · power metal

A haunting blend of orchestral elements and powerful metal riffs that captures the essence of symphonic storytelling.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Deep Silent Complete — The title track exemplifies Nightwish's signature blend of lush orchestration and powerful vocals, encapsulating the thematic depth of the EP.
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Sleepwalker (heavy version) — This heavier rendition highlights the band's dynamic range, providing a glimpse into their evolving sound and appealing to both metal and symphonic fans alike.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

This EP showcases strong compositional elements but lacks the depth and cohesion of a full album.

What we noticed

The title track features a gradual build-up, starting with orchestral strings before introducing heavy guitar riffs and operatic vocals.
The second track, 'Sleepwalker (heavy version)', reinterprets the original with a more aggressive sound, emphasizing distorted guitars and faster tempos.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — Solid entry that showcases Nightwish's evolving sound but not widely recognized as a standout.
Themes: operatic vocals· symphonic metal evolution
Career context: Released as Nightwish's second studio EP, Deep Silent Complete followed their breakthrough album, Oceanborn. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their unique sound within the power metal genre, expanding their fanbase and artistic vision.
Stylistic neighbors: Within Temptation· Epica· Therion