Lucidity
Delain · 2006
71 min · 16 tracks · symphonic metal
A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs intertwine with ethereal vocals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape.
Lucidity is an album by Delain, released in 2006. A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs intertwine with ethereal vocals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape. 'Lucidity' received positive reviews and propelled Delain into the spotlight within the European metal scene, showcasing a blend of melodic death metal and operatic vocals. The album's success helped solidify their place in the symphonic metal movement, influencing many subsequent bands in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lucidity sound like?
A lush tapestry of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs intertwine with ethereal vocals, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape. Rooted in symphonic metal.
What makes Lucidity by Delain notable?
'Lucidity' received positive reviews and propelled Delain into the spotlight within the European metal scene, showcasing a blend of melodic death metal and operatic vocals. The album's success helped solidify their place in the symphonic metal movement, influencing many subsequent bands in the genre. Released on September 4, 2006, 'Lucidity' marked Delain's debut album, positioning them as a significant player in the symphonic metal genre. At this point, the band was emerging from the shadow of their founding member Martijn Westerholt's previous work with Within Temptation, establishing their unique identity and sound.
How many songs are on Lucidity?
Lucidity has 16 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sever 4:52
- 2 Frozen Standout 4:43
- 3 Silhouette of a Dancer Standout 5:24
- 4 No Compliance 5:09
- 5 See Me in Shadow Standout 4:40
- 6 Shattered 4:19
- 7 The Gathering 3:34
- 8 Daylight Lucidity 4:35
- 9 Sleepwalkers Dream 4:27
- 10 A Day for Ghosts 3:37
- 11 Pristine 4:31
- 12 (Deep) Frozen 4:44
- 13 Frozen (acoustic) 4:31
- 14 Silhouette of a Dancer (acoustic) 3:23
- 15 See Me in Shadow (acoustic) 3:38
- 16 No Compliance (Charlotte vocals) 5:09
Release Date
September 4, 2006
Artist Origin
Netherlands
Runtime
71 min 25 sec
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