Down cover

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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