Nightfall
Candlemass · 1987
46 min · 10 tracks · epic doom metal
Epic doom metal enveloped in melancholic melodies and thunderous riffs, with haunting vocals that evoke a sense of foreboding.
Why this album works
'Nightfall' is significant for its critical acclaim within the metal community, often cited as one of the greatest doom metal albums. It influenced countless bands and helped define the genre's sound in the late 1980s, contributing to Candlemass's reputation as leaders in heavy music.
- Best for
- haunting melodies for introspection dynamic progression with emotional peaks epic soundscapes for late nights
- Context
- Released in 1987, 'Nightfall' was Candlemass's second album, following their influential debut 'Epicus Doomicus Metallicus'. This record solidified their position as pioneers of the epic doom metal genre, showcasing a refined sound and lyrical depth that built on their earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- While Heaven Wept· Warning· Veni Domine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Gothic Stone Standout 4:31
- 2 The Well of Souls 3:45
- 3 Codex Gigas 2:20
- 4 At the Gallows End Standout 5:48
- 5 Samarithan 5:29
- 6 Marche Funebre 2:22
- 7 Dark Are the Veils of Death Standout 7:08
- 8 Mourners Lament 6:10
- 9 Bewitched 6:38
- 10 Black Candles 2:18
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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