Die Prophezeiung
E Nomine · 2003
58 min · 27 tracks · electronic dance music
A haunting fusion of Gregorian chants and electronic rhythms, weaving a mystic narrative through dark, atmospheric soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Das Omen im Kreis des Bösen — This track encapsulates the album’s thematic tension between darkness and enlightenment, featuring powerful vocals layered atop driving techno beats which embody E Nomine’s signature sound.
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Der Prophet — With its compelling narrative and dynamic arrangement, this track serves as a pivotal moment on the album, showcasing the group’s ability to merge storytelling with infectious electronic rhythms.
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Sternensturm — This song stands out for its ethereal quality, blending atmospheric synths with haunting vocal harmonies that evoke a sense of cosmic wonder, characteristic of E Nomine's style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The blend of choral elements with electronic rhythms creates a unique sound that stands out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features a series of interludes that break up the main tracks, creating a narrative flow that guides the listener through its themes.
- Many tracks incorporate Gregorian chants layered over electronic beats, establishing a haunting atmosphere that persists throughout the record.
- The tempo varies significantly between tracks, with some maintaining a steady dance rhythm while others slow down to create tension and reflection.
- 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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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Der Prophet
The climax features an urgent plea from the prophet character that shifts from ominous warnings to hopeful visions for the future.
This transition in tone illustrates the duality of prophecy—warning and hope—while enhancing the dramatic arc of the narrative.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Seit Anbeginn der Zeit... 2:18
- 2 Die Verheißung (Interlude) 0:23
- 3 Deine Welt 3:18
- 4 Schwarzer Traum (Interlude) 0:13
- 5 Mondengel 3:30
- 6 Der Lockruf (Interlude) 0:16
- 7 Das Omen im Kreis des Bösen 3:47
- 8 Lauf der Zeit (Interlude) 0:28
- 9 Das Rad des Schicksals 4:10
- 10 Das Orakel (Interlude) 0:25
- 11 Der Blaubeermund 3:51
- 12 Sternensturm (Interlude) 0:19
- 13 Im Zeichen des Zodiak 3:15
- 14 Die Brücke in Licht (Interlude) 0:30
- 15 Laetitia 3:35
- 16 Das Rätsel (Interlude) 0:17
- 17 Der Prophet 3:22
- 18 Land der Hoffnung (Interlude) 0:20
- 19 Anderwelt (Laterna Magica) 4:08
- 20 In den Fängen von... (Interlude) 0:27
- 21 Mysteria 3:34
- 22 Friedhof der Engel (Interlude) 0:22
- 23 Die Runen von Asgard 5:51
- 24 Das Erwachen (Interlude) 0:28
- 25 Schwarze Sonne 3:56
- 26 Endzeit (Interlude) 0:21
- 27 Jetzt ist es Still 5:05
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