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Schwarz in Schwarz

Subway to Sally · 2011

129 min · 25 tracks · medieval metal

Dark, atmospheric melodies entwined with medieval instrumentation create a haunting yet powerful listening experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Das Schwarze Meer Start here — Opening the album, this track sets a dark tone with powerful instrumentals and poignant lyrics about longing and despair.
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    Kämpfen wir! — This anthem-like song captures the spirit of defiance and unity, making it a standout representation of the album’s thematic core.
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    Nichts ist für immer — The introspective lyrics paired with a haunting melody highlight the transient nature of life, showcasing the band’s lyrical depth.
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    Am Ende des Weges — With its emotional delivery and rich instrumentation, this track reflects on personal journeys and serves as a poignant closing piece.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

58 /100
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Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album combines medieval elements with metal effectively, though its length affects overall cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a strong orchestral introduction that sets a dark tone, followed by heavy guitar riffs and medieval instrumentation throughout.
  • Several tracks feature alternating male and female vocals, creating a dynamic interplay that enhances the thematic depth of the lyrics.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, providing a reflective conclusion to the album's intense journey.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

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

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus
  • wave-like pacing experiences
  • haunting melodies and anthems

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality in their established medieval metal sound and received notable chart success.
Themes
medieval longing· dark sea imagery· transient life reflections
Career context
By the time of 'Schwarz in Schwarz's release in September 2011, Subway to Sally was well-established within the medieval metal scene, having formed in 1992. This album came shortly after their successful 2009 release 'Kreuzfeuer,' solidifying their reputation for fusing traditional folk elements with heavy metal.
Stylistic neighbors
In Extremo· Schandmaul· Korpiklaani
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Das Schwarze Meer Start here 5:36
  • 2 Schlagt die Glocken 4:42
  • 3 Kämpfen wir! 3:58
  • 4 Bis in alle Ewigkeit 3:49
  • 5 Nichts ist für immer 3:37
  • 6 Ins Dunkel 5:56
  • 7 Wo Rosen blüh'n 5:50
  • 8 Tausend Meilen 5:17
  • 9 Mir allein 4:50
  • 10 Am Ende des Weges 4:47
  • 11 MMXII 5:53
  • 12 Alles oder nichts 3:59

Disc 2

  • 1 Feuerland 4:36
  • 2 Kleine Schwester 4:23
  • 3 Die Schlacht 3:39
  • 4 Krähenkönig 4:58
  • 5 2000 Meilen unterm Meer 4:52
  • 6 Meine Seele brennt 4:23
  • 7 Kruzifix 4:30
  • 8 Unentdecktes Land 3:11
  • 9 Besser Du rennst 4:11
  • 10 Veitstanz 4:50
  • 11 Auf Kiel 4:43
  • 12 Sieben 4:28
  • 13 Inside Schwarz IN Schwarz 18:48

What to play next

Mitgift
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Mitgift

2014

Continues the dark themes with a fresh sound while maintaining atmospheric depth.
Kreuzfeuer
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Kreuzfeuer

2009

Sets the stage with similar energy and instrumentation before diving into 'Schwarz in Schwarz'.
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