Oceanborn
Nightwish · 1998
48 min · 10 tracks · power metal · symphonic metal
Epic orchestration intertwines with operatic vocals, creating a lush soundscape that defines symphonic metal.
Why this album works
'Oceanborn' propelled Nightwish into the international spotlight, charting in several countries and establishing them as leaders in the symphonic metal genre. The album is often credited with influencing a wave of similar bands in the late 90s and early 2000s.
- Best for
- steady pacing with epic crescendos immersive journey through lush soundscapes operatic vocals for emotional depth
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1998, 'Oceanborn' was Nightwish's second album and marked their artistic breakthrough. Following the debut 'Angels Fall First', this album solidified their unique blend of power and symphonic metal, featuring the soaring operatic voice of Tarja Turunen.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nocturna· Amberian Dawn· Die Apokalyptischen Reiter
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stargazers Standout 4:25
- 2 Gethsemane 5:19
- 3 Devil & The Deep Dark Ocean Standout 4:44
- 4 Sacrament of Wilderness Standout 4:09
- 5 Passion and the Opera 4:47
- 6 Swanheart 4:44
- 7 Moondance 3:30
- 8 The Riddler 5:14
- 9 The Pharaoh Sails to Orion 6:27
- 10 Walking in the Air 5:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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