Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666
HIM · 1997
50 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock · gothic metal
Gothic melodies entwined with haunting lyrics create a darkly romantic atmosphere throughout this debut album.
Why this album works
- Best for
- gothic romance in every track wave-like emotional peaks and valleys haunting melodies for reflective moments
- Context
- Released on November 3, 1997, 'Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666' was HIM's debut album, marking their entry into the gothic rock scene. Prior to this release, the band had gained some local recognition in Finland but sought to expand their reach internationally with this project.
- If you like
- alternative rock, gothic rock, gothic metal
Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 is an album by HIM, released in 1997. Gothic melodies entwined with haunting lyrics create a darkly romantic atmosphere throughout this debut album. The album gained significant attention in the European metal scene, helping to solidify HIM's reputation as pioneers of the 'love metal' genre. It charted well in Finland and other countries, eventually becoming a cult classic that influenced numerous bands in the gothic and alternative rock genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 sound like?
Gothic melodies entwined with haunting lyrics create a darkly romantic atmosphere throughout this debut album. Rooted in alternative rock and gothic rock.
What makes Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 by HIM notable?
The album gained significant attention in the European metal scene, helping to solidify HIM's reputation as pioneers of the 'love metal' genre. It charted well in Finland and other countries, eventually becoming a cult classic that influenced numerous bands in the gothic and alternative rock genres. Released on November 3, 1997, 'Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666' was HIM's debut album, marking their entry into the gothic rock scene. Prior to this release, the band had gained some local recognition in Finland but sought to expand their reach internationally with this project.
Who is Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 for?
Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 works well if you're into gothic romance in every track, wave-like emotional peaks and valleys and haunting melodies for reflective moments.
How many songs are on Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666?
Greatest Lovesongs Vol. 666 has 11 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 For You (intro) 4:00
- 2 Your Sweet Six Six Six Standout 4:11
- 3 Wicked Game Standout 3:54
- 4 The Heartless 4:02
- 5 Our Diabolikal Rapture 5:20
- 6 It’s All Tears (Drown in This Love) 3:43
- 7 When Love and Death Embrace Standout 6:08
- 8 The Beginning of the End 4:07
- 9 (Don’t Fear) The Reaper 6:30
- 65 [silence] 0:13
- 66 [untitled] 7:51
Release Date
November 3, 1997
Artist Origin
Finland
Runtime
50 min 2 sec
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