Karmacode cover

Karmacode

Lacuna Coil · 2006

47 min · 13 tracks · alternative metal

A dynamic blend of gothic melodies and metallic riffs, underscored by dual male-female vocals.

Why this album works

'Karmacode' debuted at number 28 on the Billboard 200 chart, signaling a peak in Lacuna Coil's commercial success. It received generally positive reviews and was pivotal in bringing gothic metal to a wider audience, influencing subsequent bands within the genre.
Best for
steady mid-tempo exploration gothic melodies with dual vocals thoughtful reflections on relationships
Context
Released on March 31, 2006, 'Karmacode' marked Lacuna Coil's fourth studio album and their first after signing with the major label Epic Records. This album followed the successful 'Comalies,' which helped solidify their presence in the alternative metal scene and broadened their audience significantly.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fragile Standout 4:26
  • 2 To the Edge 3:21
  • 3 Our Truth Standout 4:03
  • 4 Within Me 3:38
  • 5 Devoted 3:52
  • 6 You Create 1:32
  • 7 What I See 3:41
  • 8 Fragments of Faith 4:10
  • 9 Closer 3:01
  • 10 In Visible Light 3:59
  • 11 The Game 3:32
  • 12 Without Fear 3:59
  • 13 Enjoy the Silence Standout 4:05

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