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Flowers of Evil

Ulver · 2020

37 min · 8 tracks · black metal · synth-pop · experimental rock

A haunting blend of synth-pop and avant-garde textures steeped in nostalgia and existential themes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo progression
  • haunting nostalgic atmosphere
  • thoughtful headphone immersion
  • reflective moments of solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party tracks
  • prefer instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on August 28, 2020, 'Flowers of Evil' marks Ulver's continuation of their experimental journey, following the critically acclaimed album 'The Assassination of Julius Caesar' from 2017. At this stage, they were solidifying their shift towards more electronic and synth-driven sounds while still retaining their avant-garde roots.
Stylistic neighbors
Arcturus· Opeth· Borknagar

Tracklist

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

  • 1 One Last Dance 5:43
  • 2 Russian Doll 3:55
  • 3 Machine Guns and Peacock Feathers 3:54
  • 4 Hour of the Wolf 4:26
  • 5 Apocalypse 1993 4:32
  • 6 Little Boy 5:23
  • 7 Nostalgia 5:20
  • 8 A Thousand Cuts 4:41

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