Meredead cover

Meredead

Leaves' Eyes · 2011

62 min · 14 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal

A haunting blend of ethereal melodies and heavy symphonic arrangements, steeped in Norse mythology.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • dynamic ebb and flow experience
  • evocative themes of mythology
  • for twilight listening
  • immersive journey through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat instant gratification
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2011, 'Meredead' is Leaves' Eyes' fourth studio album, following their 2009 release 'Njord'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their presence in the gothic metal scene, combining powerful vocals with intricate orchestration to explore themes rooted in folklore and history.
Stylistic neighbors
Nightwish· Epica· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Spirits’ Masquerade 6:31
  • 2 Étaín 3:58
  • 3 Velvet Heart 3:42
  • 4 Kråkevisa 4:34
  • 5 To France 4:37
  • 6 Meredead 5:20
  • 7 Sigrlinn 8:47
  • 8 Mine tåror er ei grimme 2:54
  • 9 Empty Horizon 4:58
  • 10 Veritas 0:48
  • 11 Nystev 4:40
  • 12 Tell-Tale Eyes 3:58
  • 13 Melusine 3:33
  • 14 Legend Land (acoustic version) 3:45

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