If You Have Ghost
Ghost · 2013
24 min · 5 tracks · hard rock · heavy metal · pop rock
A haunting blend of theatrical rock and heavy metal, underscored by eerie melodies and darkly poetic lyrics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- eerie melodies for dark nights haunting themes of existential dread gradual build to emotional climax
- Context
- Released in early 2013, 'If You Have Ghost' is Ghost's first EP following their critically acclaimed debut album 'Opus Eponymous'. This release came during a phase of rising popularity for the band, as they began to solidify their unique aesthetic and sound within the heavy metal genre.
- If you like
- hard rock, heavy metal, pop rock
If You Have Ghost is an EP by Ghost, released in 2013. A haunting blend of theatrical rock and heavy metal, underscored by eerie melodies and darkly poetic lyrics. The EP features covers that showcase Ghost's eclectic influences, including a rendition of Roky Erickson's 'If You Have Ghosts', which contributed to the band's reputation for melding classic rock with contemporary metal. It received positive reviews, further establishing Ghost's presence in the music scene and heightening anticipation for their subsequent albums. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does If You Have Ghost sound like?
A haunting blend of theatrical rock and heavy metal, underscored by eerie melodies and darkly poetic lyrics. Rooted in hard rock and heavy metal.
What makes If You Have Ghost by Ghost notable?
The EP features covers that showcase Ghost's eclectic influences, including a rendition of Roky Erickson's 'If You Have Ghosts', which contributed to the band's reputation for melding classic rock with contemporary metal. It received positive reviews, further establishing Ghost's presence in the music scene and heightening anticipation for their subsequent albums. Released in early 2013, 'If You Have Ghost' is Ghost's first EP following their critically acclaimed debut album 'Opus Eponymous'. This release came during a phase of rising popularity for the band, as they began to solidify their unique aesthetic and sound within the heavy metal genre.
Who is If You Have Ghost for?
If You Have Ghost works well if you're into eerie melodies for dark nights, haunting themes of existential dread and gradual build to emotional climax.
How many songs are on If You Have Ghost?
If You Have Ghost has 5 tracks, running approximately 24 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 If You Have Ghosts Standout 3:32
- 2 I’m a Marionette Standout 4:50
- 3 Crucified Standout 5:13
- 4 Waiting for the Night 5:38
- 5 Secular Haze (live) 5:28
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
24 min 41 sec
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