Riddles, Ruins & Revelations
Sirenia · 2021
52 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal
A haunting blend of symphonic textures and gothic melodies, enveloping listeners in darkly poetic narratives.
Why this album works
'Riddles, Ruins & Revelations' received positive critical reception, highlighting the band's ability to blend heavy instrumentation with melodic sophistication. It charted well across various European countries, solidifying Sirenia's status within the symphonic metal scene and influencing similar acts within the genre.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo atmospheric flow haunting narratives for deep reflection darkly poetic storytelling experience
- Context
- Released on February 12, 2021, 'Riddles, Ruins & Revelations' is Sirenia's seventh studio album, positioned after their 2018 release 'Arcane Astral Aeons.' This album marks a continuation of the band's evolution into a more expansive sound, integrating orchestral elements with their established gothic metal roots while showcasing new lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Liv Kristine· Amy Lee· Snowy Shaw
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Addiction No. 1 Standout 4:03
- 2 Towards an Early Grave 5:27
- 3 Into Infinity Standout 4:41
- 4 Passing Seasons 4:43
- 5 We Come to Ruins Standout 5:12
- 6 Downwards Spiral 5:55
- 7 Beneath the Midnight Sun 4:43
- 8 The Timeless Waning 4:04
- 9 December Snow 5:20
- 10 This Curse of Mine 4:18
- 11 Voyage Voyage 4:18
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