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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • ethereal vocals for immersion
  • gothic atmosphere for introspection
  • engaging storytelling through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • avoid lengthy cohesive pieces

Where this album fits

Career 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
Epica· Nightwish· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Kill the Sun 3:23
  • 2 Mermaids 3:44
  • 3 Ginger 4:56
  • 4 She’s Nirvana 3:22
  • 5 Forever Yours 5:08
  • 6 Casablanca 4:04
  • 7 So You Disappear 4:41
  • 8 Wisdom 3:10
  • 9 Isis/Osiris 3:49
  • 10 Calyx Virago 3:36

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