Ne Vivam cover

Ne Vivam

Officium Triste · 1997

51 min · 8 tracks · death-doom

Melancholic guitar riffs intertwine with haunting melodies and deep growls, creating an atmosphere of despair and introspection.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Frozen Tears — The opening track sets the tone with its slow, sorrowful melodies that draw listeners into the album's emotional landscape, effectively blending heaviness with melodic depth.
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    Lonesome — This track encapsulates the band's signature sound, featuring poignant lyrics and an interplay between somber riffs and haunting vocals that resonate throughout the album.
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    One With the Sea — A standout for its extended runtime, this piece unfolds gradually, incorporating atmospheric elements that deepen the sense of isolation and longing present in the album.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies for introspection
  • melancholic soundscapes for reflection
  • slow, immersive emotional exploration
  • cathartic release through despair

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking upbeat or fast-paced
  • prefer standalone tracks over cohesion

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, Ne Vivam is Officium Triste's second album, following their debut, Trisagion, which established them as a prominent name in the death-doom genre. This album marks a significant step in their evolution, showcasing refined songwriting and deeper emotional themes.
Stylistic neighbors
My Dying Bride· Anathema· Paradise Lost

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Frozen Tears 6:06
  • 2 Lonesome 7:22
  • 3 A Journey Through Lowlands Green 5:12
  • 4 One With the Sea 9:22
  • 5 Dreams of Sorrow 5:33
  • 6 Stardust 5:04
  • 7 Psyche Nullification 8:04
  • 8 The Happy Forest 4:33

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