Discouraged Ones
Katatonia · 1998
46 min · 11 tracks · alternative metal · doom metal · gothic metal
Melancholic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs to create an atmosphere of despair and introspection.
Why this album works
'Discouraged Ones' is often credited for its influence on the gothic and alternative metal scenes, earning critical acclaim for its emotional depth and lyrical introspection. It helped solidify Katatonia's position within the genre, leading to increased visibility and paving the way for future albums that continued to explore similar themes.
- Best for
- steady flow with emotional peaks introspective moments of despair melancholic melodies for reflection
- Context
- In 1998, Katatonia released 'Discouraged Ones', their fourth studio album, following the significant shift in sound established by their previous release, 'The Great Cold Distance'. This album marked a turning point as they fully embraced a more melodic and atmospheric approach, distancing themselves from their earlier death-doom roots.
- Stylistic neighbors
- A Pale Horse Named Death· Draconian· Paradise Lost
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Break Standout 4:21
- 2 Stalemate 4:18
- 3 Deadhouse 4:35
- 4 Relention 3:36
- 5 Cold Ways Standout 5:20
- 6 Gone Standout 2:47
- 7 Last Resort 4:35
- 8 Nerve 4:30
- 9 Saw You Drown 5:02
- 10 Instrumental 2:50
- 11 Distrust 4:55
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