Into the Mirror Black cover

Into the Mirror Black

Sanctuary · 1990

46 min · 9 tracks · power metal

A dark and intricate tapestry of power metal, weaving haunting melodies with intense riffs and lyrical depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • dark, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • thought-provoking lyrical themes

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1990, 'Into the Mirror Black' marks Sanctuary's follow-up to their debut album 'Refuge Denied'. At this point, the band was striving to solidify their place in the heavy metal genre amid a crowded scene following a growing interest in grunge and alternative rock.
Stylistic neighbors
Marty Friedman· Manowar· Majesty

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Future Tense 5:10
  • 2 Taste Revenge 5:03
  • 3 Long Since Dark 5:07
  • 4 Epitaph 6:05
  • 5 Eden Lies Obscured 5:23
  • 6 The Mirror Black 5:09
  • 7 Seasons of Destruction 4:53
  • 8 One More Murder 4:23
  • 9 Communion 5:38

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