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Distant Satellites

Anathema · 2014

81 min · 15 tracks · alternative rock · progressive rock · gothic metal

Ethereal soundscapes blend with haunting melodies to create a deeply introspective and immersive listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal soundscapes for introspection
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
  • immersive listening in solitude
  • cathartic emotional peaks and valleys
  • deeply reflective late-night sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
  • seek standalone singles experience

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 9, 2014, 'Distant Satellites' marks Anathema's return after a successful run with their 2012 album 'Weather Systems'. At this point, the band had fully transitioned from their early death-doom roots towards a more atmospheric and progressive rock sound, solidifying their evolution as a prominent act in the alternative rock scene.
Stylistic neighbors
Opeth· Paradise Lost· My Dying Bride

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Lost Song, Part 1 5:54
  • 2 The Lost Song, Part 2 5:48
  • 3 Dusk (Dark Is Descending) 6:00
  • 4 Ariel 6:29
  • 5 The Lost Song, Part 3 5:22
  • 6 Anathema 6:41
  • 7 You’re Not Alone 3:27
  • 8 Firelight 2:43
  • 9 Distant Satellites 8:18
  • 10 Take Shelter 6:07

Disc 2

  • 1 The Lost Song, Part 1 (acoustic in session – Liverpool Parr Street Studios) 5:58
  • 2 Ariel (acoustic in session – Liverpool Parr Street Studios) 4:11
  • 3 The Lost Song, Part 3 (acoustic in session – Liverpool Parr Street Studios) 4:36
  • 4 Firelight (acoustic in session – Liverpool Parr Street Studios) 2:21
  • 5 Anathema (live at Liverpool Cathedral) 7:15

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