Kill the Sun
Xandria · 2003
39 min · 10 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal
Ethereal vocals entwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a lush tapestry of gothic and symphonic metal.
Why this album works
'Kill the Sun' received positive reviews and helped Xandria gain traction in the European metal scene, charting on various music charts. The album's mix of operatic vocals and heavy instrumentation influenced many subsequent bands within the gothic and symphonic metal genres, establishing Xandria as a key player in this movement.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo exploration ethereal vocals for immersion gothic atmosphere for introspection
- Context
- Released in 2003, 'Kill the Sun' was Xandria's second studio album, following their debut 'Kill the Sun' in 2001. This album marked a significant step forward in their artistic development, showcasing a refined sound that combined their gothic roots with orchestral elements. It solidified their place within the burgeoning symphonic metal scene of the early 2000s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liv Kristine· Amy Lee· Snowy Shaw
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Kill the Sun 3:23
- 2 Mermaids Standout 3:44
- 3 Ginger 4:56
- 4 She’s Nirvana 3:22
- 5 Forever Yours Standout 5:08
- 6 Casablanca 4:04
- 7 So You Disappear 4:41
- 8 Wisdom 3:10
- 9 Isis/Osiris Standout 3:49
- 10 Calyx Virago 3:36
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