Drive
Poisonblack · 2011
52 min · 12 tracks · heavy metal · gothic metal
A brooding blend of gothic melodies and heavy riffs that evoke a haunting atmosphere throughout.
Why this album works
'Drive' received positive reviews for its atmospheric depth and melodic strength, helping Poisonblack gain a stronger foothold in the gothic metal genre. The album's lead single, 'Piston Head', became a staple in their live performances, illustrating the band's growing influence in the Finnish metal scene and beyond.
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions brooding atmospheric focus
- Context
- By 2011, Poisonblack had established themselves within the gothic metal scene, releasing 'Drive' as their fourth studio album. This followed the 2008 release of 'Lust Stained Despair', showcasing their evolving sound while maintaining their dark lyrical themes. The band was seeking to solidify their presence in a genre often overshadowed by more mainstream metal acts.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Snowy Shaw· Rob Zombie· Ozzy Osbourne
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Piston Head Standout 4:05
- 2 Mercury Falling Standout 4:07
- 3 A Good Day for the Crows 4:23
- 4 Maggot Song 3:48
- 5 From Now-Here to Nowhere 6:10
- 6 Sycophant 3:49
- 7 The Dead-End Stream 3:29
- 8 Futile Man 6:21
- 9 Scars Standout 5:07
- 10 Driftwood 3:29
- 11 Them Footsteps Echo 2:45
- 12 The Ball and Chain 4:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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