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Lichtgestalt

Lacrimosa · 2005

72 min · 10 tracks · gothic rock · gothic metal · symphonic metal

Ethereal melodies intertwine with heavy riffs and orchestral arrangements, creating a haunting yet majestic soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies for deep focus
  • cathartic moments of reflection
  • majestic soundscapes for solitude
  • patient builds that reward listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Lichtgestalt' is Lacrimosa's seventh studio album, following their acclaimed 'Fassade' from 2005. This period marked a significant evolution in their sound, incorporating more symphonic elements while maintaining their gothic roots, thus expanding their musical palette.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sapphire 11:15
  • 2 Kelch der Liebe 6:05
  • 3 Lichtgestalt 5:18
  • 4 Nachtschatten 7:08
  • 5 My Last Goodbye 8:10
  • 6 The Party Is Over 5:29
  • 7 Letzte Ausfahrt: Leben 5:44
  • 8 Hohelied der Liebe 14:30
  • 9 [silence] 1:00
  • 10 The Party Is Over (piano version) 8:05

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