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Released 13 years ago this June

Perils of the Deep Blue

Sirenia · 2013

67 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal

A haunting blend of gothic and symphonic metal, steeped in melancholic melodies and powerful vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • haunting melodies for introspective moments
  • wave-like pacing for deep engagement
  • cathartic release through powerful vocals

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, upbeat tracks
  • seek simple, straightforward compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on June 28, 2013, 'Perils of the Deep Blue' is Sirenia's sixth studio album. This followed their previous record 'The Enigma of Life' from 2011, marking a continuation of their exploration into atmospheric compositions and darker themes. At this point, the band had solidified their lineup with vocalist Ailyn continuing to shape their sound.
Stylistic neighbors
Epica· Nightwish· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ducere me in lucem 3:32
  • 2 Seven Widows Weep 6:56
  • 3 My Destiny Coming to Pass 5:15
  • 4 Ditt endelikt 6:10
  • 5 Cold Caress 5:57
  • 6 Darkling 5:35
  • 7 Decadence 4:58
  • 8 Stille kom døden 12:42
  • 9 The Funeral March 5:34
  • 10 Profound Scars 6:09
  • 11 A Blizzard Is Storming 4:49

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