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Filthy Notes for Frozen Hearts

Lacrimas Profundere · 2006

43 min · 12 tracks · doom metal

Melancholic melodies intertwine with heavy riffs, creating a haunting atmosphere that embodies the essence of gothic metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    My Velvet Little Darkness — Opening the album with a blend of haunting vocals and heavy instrumentation, this track sets the thematic tone for the entire record. Its mix of melancholy and power encapsulates the band's signature style.
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    Again It's Over — With its poignant lyrics and dynamic shifts, this track highlights the emotional weight carried throughout the album. Its memorable chorus showcases the band’s ability to merge melody with despair.
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    Sad Theme for a Marriage — This track stands out for its introspective lyrics and somber melodies, effectively capturing themes of loss and longing. It represents a pivotal moment on the album where emotional vulnerability is laid bare.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective journey
  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • melancholic vibes for quiet moments
  • cathartic release through somber themes

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Filthy Notes for Frozen Hearts' was released in July 2006, Lacrimas Profundere had already established themselves within the gothic metal scene with their previous albums. This release came as their fifth studio album, following 'Ave End' in 2005, showcasing their commitment to evolving their dark sound while retaining emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
My Dying Bride· Paradise Lost· Anathema

Tracklist

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

  • 1 My Velvet Little Darkness 3:28
  • 2 Again It's Over 3:18
  • 3 Not to Stay 3:11
  • 4 No Dear Hearts 3:13
  • 5 Short Glance 3:45
  • 6 Filthy Notes 3:18
  • 7 Sweet Caroline 3:00
  • 8 An Irresistible Fault 3:31
  • 9 To Love Her on Knees 2:56
  • 10 Sad Theme for a Marriage 3:33
  • 11 Should 3:36
  • 12 My Mescaline 6:13

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