Lux Noctis
Coronatus · 2007
39 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal
A haunting blend of gothic and symphonic metal, enveloping listeners in a dark, ethereal atmosphere.
Top tracks — play these first
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Scream of the Butterfly — This track exemplifies the band’s mix of powerful melodies and dark lyricism, with dynamic shifts that showcase their dual vocal harmonies.
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Dunkle Blume — The song features a captivating blend of haunting instrumentals and poignant lyrics that delve into themes of beauty and sorrow, embodying the album's overall essence.
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Volles Leben — As a standout closer, this track encapsulates the album's thematic journey, merging uplifting melodies with introspective lyrics about living fully despite darkness.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Lux Noctis showcases strong compositions and effective orchestration within the gothic metal genre.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a choral introduction that sets a dark, atmospheric tone, followed by tracks that alternate between heavy guitar riffs and orchestral arrangements.
- Several tracks feature dual vocals, with one voice often taking a more operatic approach while the other delivers a heavier metal style.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo significantly, creating an introspective conclusion that contrasts with the earlier intensity.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Scream of the Butterfly
The verses build tension through vivid imagery of entrapment and longing before breaking into a powerful chorus that expresses a yearning for freedom.
The shift from intimate imagery to a soaring chorus creates a stark contrast that amplifies the emotional weight of the song.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Interrotte speranze 1:28
- 2 Scream of the Butterfly 4:18
- 3 Silberlicht 4:01
- 4 Dunkle Blume 4:37
- 5 My Rose Desire 4:02
- 6 Winter 1:37
- 7 Hot & Cold 5:41
- 8 Requiem Tabernam 4:36
- 9 Ich atme Zeit 4:31
- 10 In Remembrance 0:53
- 11 Volles Leben 3:51
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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