Released 19 years ago this June
Oh Perilous World
Rasputina · 2007
70 min · 21 tracks · gothic rock
Gothic arrangements intertwine with whimsical storytelling, creating a haunting yet playful exploration of historical and contemporary themes.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- whimsical storytelling interspersed with darkness
- dynamic exploration with interludes
- haunting melodies for reflective moments
- wave-like pacing inviting deep listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2007, 'Oh Perilous World' is Rasputina's fourth studio album, following the 2004 release of 'Frustration Plantation'. At this point in their career, Rasputina had solidified their unique blend of cello-driven rock and theatrical lyrics, continuing to evolve their sound while maintaining their distinct aesthetic rooted in gothic and baroque influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Birthday Massacre· Lacuna Coil· Evanescence
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 1816, the Year Without a Summer 4:23
- 2 Choose Me for Champion 2:36
- 3 Cage in a Cave 3:50
- 4 Incident in a Medical Clinic 3:52
- 5 Draconian Crackdown 4:02
- 6 Child Soldier Rebellion 3:49
- 7 Oh Bring Back the Egg Unbroken 3:55
- 8 Old Yellowcake Breaking News 0:35
- 9 In Old Yellowcake 4:05
- 10 We Stay Behind 3:19
- 11 The Retinue of Moons / The Infidel Is Me 7:05
- 12 The Pruning 4:18
Disc 2
- 1 The Question of Time 2:39
- 2 Identity Tokens 4:54
- 3 The Humanized Mice 2:19
- 4 The Pruning (Pat O'Brian/Access Hollywood mix) 4:17
- 5 Flood Corps 1:36
- 6 Incapable of Regret 2:02
- 7 Desert Vampire 1:36
- 8 The Contractors 2:09
- 9 Infidel (instrumental demo) 3:26
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