Medusa
Paradise Lost · 2017
51 min · 10 tracks · doom metal · gothic metal · death-doom
A haunting blend of gothic melodies and crushing doom metal, steeped in atmospheric despair.
Why this album works
'Medusa' received critical acclaim upon release, debuting at number 25 on the UK Albums Chart. The album was praised for its return to heavier sounds reminiscent of their earlier work, influencing a resurgence of interest in the death-doom genre and earning spots in year-end lists from various metal publications.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks haunting atmosphere for deep reflection wave-like pacing with immersive depth
- Context
- Released on September 1, 2017, 'Medusa' is Paradise Lost's 15th studio album, following their 2015 release 'The Plague Within.' This album continues their exploration of death-doom and gothic metal, solidifying their position as veterans in the genre while showcasing a darker lyrical direction influenced by personal struggles and the passage of time.
- If you like
- doom metal, gothic metal, death-doom
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fearless Sky Standout 8:31
- 2 Gods of Ancient 5:50
- 3 From the Gallows Standout 3:41
- 4 The Longest Winter 4:32
- 5 Medusa Standout 6:22
- 6 No Passage for the Dead 4:16
- 7 Blood & Chaos 3:52
- 8 Until the Grave 5:41
- 9 Shrines 3:59
- 10 Symbolic Virtue 4:37
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