What makes Echos by Lacrimosa notable?

'Echos' received critical acclaim for its grand composition and emotional depth, often cited as a high point in Lacrimosa's discography. The album reached notable positions on various European charts, further establishing them as key players in the gothic and symphonic metal scenes. Its theatricality and complex arrangements influenced both fans and emerging bands within the genre. Released on January 27, 2003, 'Echos' is Lacrimosa's sixth studio album, following their 1999 release 'Fassade'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their distinct sound by integrating more orchestral elements while maintaining their gothic rock roots. This album marked a pivotal moment as it showcased their artistic evolution and ambition within the symphonic metal genre.

Echos works well if you're into immersive orchestral storytelling experience, patient unfolding of themes and haunting melodies for deep reflection.

How many songs are on Echos?

Echos has 8 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Echos

Lacrimosa · 2003

72 min · 8 tracks · gothic rock · gothic metal · symphonic metal

A sweeping blend of dark wave and symphonic metal, merging haunting melodies with orchestral arrangements.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

immersive orchestral storytelling experience
patient unfolding of themes
haunting melodies for deep reflection
cathartic emotional release moments

Maybe skip if you want

seeking quick, catchy songs
prefer upbeat, fast-paced music

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on January 27, 2003, 'Echos' is Lacrimosa's sixth studio album, following their 1999 release 'Fassade'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their distinct sound by integrating more orchestral elements while maintaining their gothic rock roots. This album marked a pivotal moment as it showcased their artistic evolution and ambition within the symphonic metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors: Theatre of Tragedy· Within Temptation· Nightwish

Tracklist

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

1 Kyrie (Overture) 12:44
2 Durch Nacht und Flut (Suche, Part 1) 6:05
3 Sacrifice (Hingabe, Part 1) 9:30
4 Apart (Bittruf, Part 1) 4:18
5 Ein Hauch von Menschlichkeit (Suche, Part 2) 5:07
6 Eine Nacht in Ewigkeit (Hingabe, Part 2) 5:54
7 Malina (Bittruf, Part 2) 4:50
8 Die Schreie sind verstummt (Requiem für drei Gamben und Klavier) 23:49

What to play next

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Fassade

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