Revolution
Lacrimosa · 2012
54 min · 10 tracks · gothic rock
A lush blend of symphonic gothic metal and dark wave that evokes both melancholy and grandeur throughout its sweeping compositions.
Top tracks — play these first
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Verloren — This track exemplifies Lacrimosa's signature sound with its haunting melodies and dramatic orchestration, capturing the essence of longing that pervades the album.
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Revolution — The title track serves as a powerful anthem of change, featuring dynamic shifts in tempo and intensity that highlight the band's range and thematic depth.
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Rote Sinfonie — This lengthy composition stands out for its intricate arrangement and emotional crescendos, showcasing the band's ability to weave complex narratives through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong compositions and ambitious production, though it may not have widespread recognition beyond its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features orchestral arrangements that intertwine with heavy guitar riffs, creating a dynamic contrast between softness and intensity.
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements, adding a theatrical quality that enhances the emotional weight of the music.
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces more varied pacing and dynamics, culminating in the title track.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- orchestral grandeur with emotional depth
- darkly romantic themes throughout
- immersive storytelling across tracks
- cathartic release in crescendos
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced listening
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on September 7, 2012, 'Revolution' is Lacrimosa's ninth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Sehnsucht' from 2009. By this point in their career, the band had solidified their reputation in the gothic metal scene, melding orchestral elements with heavy guitar riffs and introspective lyrics.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Theatre of Tragedy· Within Temptation· Nightwish
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Irgendein Arsch ist immer unterwegs 5:00
- 2 If the World Stood Still a Day 3:35
- 3 Verloren 7:29
- 4 This Is the Night 5:29
- 5 Interlude - Feuerzug (Part I) 0:46
- 6 Feuerzug (Part II) 4:41
- 7 Refugium 4:42
- 8 Weil Du Hilfe brauchst 6:01
- 9 Rote Sinfonie 11:03
- 10 Revolution 5:23
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