Les Fleurs du Mal
Therion · 2012
47 min · 16 tracks · symphonic metal
A lush blend of symphonic metal and classic French pop reimagined through operatic vocals and intricate arrangements.
Why this album works
The album received notable attention for its ambitious reinterpretation of classic songs, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. It illustrates Therion's influence on the symphonic metal scene, bridging classical music with contemporary rock elements and expanding the genre's horizons.
- Best for
- steady pacing for reflective moments operatic vocals enhance emotional depth gentle decline encourages relaxed listening
- Context
- Released in 2012, 'Les Fleurs du Mal' marked Therion's return after a four-year hiatus following 'Gothic Kabbalah'. This album showcases their artistic evolution as they explore a unique concept of adapting French pop songs into their symphonic metal style, solidifying their place as genre innovators.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liv Kristine· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· After Forever
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- Beloved Antichrist — Continues the symphonic and operatic elements with a fresh narrative approach.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Poupée de cire, poupée de son".
- 1 Poupée de cire, poupée de son Start here 2:51
- 2 Une fleur dans le cœur 3:03
- 3 Initials B.B. 3:44
- 4 Mon amour, mon ami Standout 4:35
- 5 Polichinelle 2:28
- 6 La Maritza 3:54
- 7 Sœur Angélique 3:05
- 8 Dis‐moi poupée 3:24
- 9 Lilith Standout 2:30
- 10 En Alabama 2:39
- 11 Wahala Manitou 2:34
- 12 Je n’ai besoin que de tendresse 2:14
- 13 La Licorne d’or 2:45
- 14 J’ai le mal de toi 2:51
- 15 Poupée de cire, poupée de son Start here 2:31
- 16 Les Sucettes 2:40
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