What makes Plague of Butterflies by Swallow the Sun notable?

'Plague of Butterflies' received positive reviews for its intricate compositions and emotional depth, helping to solidify Swallow the Sun's reputation within the doom metal genre. The album's title track became particularly notable, reflecting the band's ability to blend weighty themes with melodic sensibilities, influencing subsequent bands in the atmospheric and melodic doom scenes. By the time 'Plague of Butterflies' was released in January 2008, Swallow the Sun had already established themselves in the doom metal scene with their previous albums. This release marked a transitional phase as they explored more atmospheric elements while still maintaining their signature heavy sound, following their critically acclaimed album 'Hope.'

How many songs are on Plague of Butterflies?

Plague of Butterflies has 5 tracks, running approximately 60 minutes.

Plague of Butterflies

Swallow the Sun · 2008

60 min · 5 tracks · doom metal

A haunting blend of melodic doom and melancholic atmospheres that envelops the listener in an emotional embrace.

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Tracklist

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1 Plague of Butterflies: I. Losing the Sunsets / II. Plague of Butterflies / III. Evael 10:00 34:42
2 Through Her Silvery Body (demo) Standout 8:01
3 Out of This Gloomy Light (demo) Standout 5:34
4 Swallow (demo) 5:27
5 Under the Waves (demo) 6:36

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