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Oblivion

Orphanage · 1995

45 min · 10 tracks · gothic metal

Dark, atmospheric soundscapes intertwine with haunting melodies and heavy guitar riffs, defining the gothic metal genre.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Chameleon — This opening track establishes the album's tone with its intricate melodies and dynamic shifts between soft verses and powerful choruses. It embodies the band's signature sound and sets the stage for the rest of the record.
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    The Case of Charles Dexter Ward — Inspired by H.P. Lovecraft's story, this track showcases Orphanage's ability to weave narrative depth into their music, combining eerie instrumentals with evocative lyrics that draw listeners into a haunting tale.
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    Victim of Fear — Closing the album, this track encapsulates its themes of dread and vulnerability through intense instrumentation and passionate vocals, leaving a lasting impression that echoes long after listening.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Chameleon 5:15
  • 2 Weltschmerz 5:36
  • 3 The Case of Charles Dexter Ward 4:14
  • 4 In the Garden of Eden 5:38
  • 5 Journey Into the Unknown 4:31
  • 6 Druid 3:08
  • 7 Veils of Blood 4:36
  • 8 Sea of Dreams 3:50
  • 9 The Collector 2:27
  • 10 Victim of Fear 5:57

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