Released 30 years ago
Down
Sentenced · 1996
41 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal
Melancholic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a haunting atmosphere that defines gothic metal's emotional depth.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting atmosphere with emotional depth
- wave-like pacing encourages reflection
- melancholic melodies for introspective moments
- dynamic journey with resolution
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, immediate satisfaction
- dislike heavy emotional themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on November 11, 1996, 'Down' marked Sentenced's fourth studio album and their first with a more pronounced gothic metal sound. At this point in their career, the band was transitioning from death-doom roots towards a more melodic and atmospheric approach, which would define their future works. The album followed their previous release, 'Amok,' showcasing a significant artistic evolution.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paradise Lost· My Dying Bride· Anathema
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro - The Gate 1:22
- 2 Noose 4:01
- 3 Shadegrown 4:36
- 4 Bleed 3:40
- 5 Keep My Grave Open 3:53
- 6 Crumbling Down (Give Up Hope) 5:26
- 7 Sun Won’t Shine 4:17
- 8 Ode to the End 5:21
- 9 0132 1:42
- 10 Warrior of Life (Reaper Redeemer) 3:41
- 11 I’ll Throw the First Rock 3:26
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