Gezeiten
L'Âme Immortelle · 2004
60 min · 13 tracks · dark wave
Ethereal synths blend with haunting vocals, creating an atmospheric soundscape that captures the essence of dark wave.
Top tracks — play these first
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Es zieht Dich davon — Opening with a driving tempo and lush instrumentation, this track sets the tone for the entire album with its exploration of longing and emotional turmoil.
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Fallen Angel — This track features powerful vocal performances intertwined with poignant lyrics, highlighting themes of loss and redemption that permeate the album.
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Ohne Dich — With its extended runtime and immersive arrangement, this song encapsulates the album's emotional depth, showcasing the band's ability to blend melancholy with beauty.
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Masquerade — The interplay between rhythmic beats and somber melodies creates a compelling atmosphere, making it a standout track that reflects the band's signature style.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends atmospheric synths with haunting vocals, showcasing solid craftsmanship and a cohesive sound.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features tracks that build tension with layered synths and rhythmic percussion, while the second half shifts to more melodic and introspective pieces.
- Vocals are often processed with reverb and echo, creating a haunting atmosphere that complements the ethereal instrumentation.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- steady, consistent energy levels
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Gezeiten is L'Âme Immortelle's fourth studio album, released in 2004 after their commercial breakthrough with 2001's Geisterfahrer. By this time, they had established a solid following in the dark wave scene and were experimenting with more polished production techniques while retaining their signature emotional intensity.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Birthday Massacre· Lacuna Coil· Within Temptation
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Es zieht Dich davon 5:26
- 2 5 Jahre 4:13
- 3 Fear 4:24
- 4 Stumme Schreie 3:32
- 5 Fallen Angel 5:03
- 6 Gezeiten 4:25
- 7 Rain 3:38
- 8 Masquerade 3:35
- 9 Kingdom 5:34
- 10 Calling 4:25
- 11 Ohne Dich 7:38
- 12 Believe in Me 4:26
- 13 Without You 4:05
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