Songs of Good Taste
The Vision Bleak · 2002
18 min · 4 tracks · gothic metal
Gothic metal melodies intertwine with haunting vocals, creating an atmospheric soundscape steeped in melancholy and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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To Silent Waters — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its brooding atmosphere and evocative lyrics, showcasing the band's signature blend of melody and darkness.
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Nights in White Satin — A cover of the classic song that highlights The Vision Bleak's ability to reinterpret familiar material while infusing it with their distinctive gothic flair.
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The World Today — This track encapsulates the band's lyrical focus on societal themes, combining poignant lyrics with rich instrumental layers that define their sound.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP establishes a solid gothic metal sound with effective contrasts but lacks the depth for extensive replay value.
What we noticed
- The first track features a slow build with layered guitar harmonies that create a dense atmosphere before the vocals enter.
- The EP concludes with an extended instrumental section in the final track, allowing for a gradual fade-out that emphasizes its melancholic tone.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 To Silent Waters 4:45
- 2 Nights in White Satin 5:01
- 3 The World Today 4:18
- 4 The Sleepy Song 3:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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