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Moonbathers

Delain · 2016

72 min · 17 tracks · symphonic metal

Ethereal melodies intertwine with powerful orchestration and strong, emotive vocals in this symphonic metal experience.

Moonbathers is an album by Delain, released in 2016. Ethereal melodies intertwine with powerful orchestration and strong, emotive vocals in this symphonic metal experience. 'Moonbathers' debuted at number 10 on the Dutch Albums Chart, showcasing Delain's continued commercial success. Critically, the album received positive reviews for its intricate production and lyrical depth, contributing to conversations about the future direction of symphonic metal. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Moonbathers sound like?

Ethereal melodies intertwine with powerful orchestration and strong, emotive vocals in this symphonic metal experience. Rooted in symphonic metal.

What makes Moonbathers by Delain notable?

'Moonbathers' debuted at number 10 on the Dutch Albums Chart, showcasing Delain's continued commercial success. Critically, the album received positive reviews for its intricate production and lyrical depth, contributing to conversations about the future direction of symphonic metal. Released on August 26, 2016, 'Moonbathers' was Delain's fifth studio album and marked a significant evolution in their sound after the departure of founding member and keyboardist Martijn Westerholt. The album showcased a mature songwriting approach, blending heavier instrumentation with orchestral elements, further solidifying their presence in the symphonic metal scene.

How many songs are on Moonbathers?

Moonbathers has 17 tracks, running approximately 72 minutes.

Tracklist

17 tracks·72:46

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Hands of Gold 5:09
  • 2 The Glory and the Scum Standout 4:03
  • 3 Suckerpunch 4:09
  • 4 The Hurricane 3:44
  • 5 Chrysalis - The Last Breath Standout 5:25
  • 6 Fire With Fire Standout 4:09
  • 7 Pendulum 3:41
  • 8 Danse Macabre 5:07
  • 9 Scandal 4:03
  • 10 Turn the Lights Out 4:15
  • 11 The Monarch 3:39

Disc 2

  • 1 Suckerpunch (live in the Netherlands) 4:22
  • 2 Turn the Lights Out (live in the Netherlands) 4:42
  • 3 The Glory and the Scum (live in the Netherlands) 4:23
  • 4 Don't Let Go (live in the Netherlands) 4:18
  • 5 The Glory and the Scum (Orchestra) 2:40
  • 6 Hands of Gold (Orchestra) 4:57

Release Date

August 26, 2016

Genre

symphonic metal

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Artist Origin

Netherlands

Runtime

72 min 46 sec