What makes Stille by Lacrimosa notable?

Stille is regarded as a pivotal release for Lacrimosa, earning critical acclaim and solidifying their status within the gothic rock genre. The album features 'Der erste Tag,' which became one of their signature tracks and contributed to the band's growing popularity across Europe. Released on March 17, 1997, Stille was Lacrimosa's fifth studio album and marked a significant artistic evolution following their earlier works. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation within the gothic metal scene while beginning to incorporate more orchestral elements into their sound.

Stille works well if you're into haunting orchestral soundscapes, melancholic atmosphere for reflection and long-form immersive listening experience.

How many songs are on Stille?

Stille has 14 tracks, running approximately 106 minutes.

Stille

Lacrimosa · 1997

106 min · 14 tracks · gothic rock

A haunting blend of symphonic melodies and dark, brooding lyrics that explore themes of love and loss.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Der erste Tag — The opening track showcases Lacrimosa's signature blend of dramatic orchestration and emotional intensity, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Not Every Pain Hurts — This track exemplifies the band's lyrical depth, juxtaposing haunting melodies with introspective lyrics about emotional resilience.
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Siehst du mich im Licht? — With its ethereal ambiance and poignant vocal delivery, this song captures the essence of longing that permeates the album.
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Deine Nähe — The sweeping arrangement and heartfelt lyrics create a sense of vulnerability, making it a standout piece in Lacrimosa's discography.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100

Treeline

Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album blends orchestral and gothic elements effectively, though its cohesion is affected by bonus tracks.

What we noticed

The first half of the album features tracks that build intensity with orchestral arrangements, while the second half shifts to more subdued and introspective pieces.
Several tracks incorporate choral elements, enhancing the symphonic quality and creating a haunting atmosphere.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. 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

haunting orchestral soundscapes
melancholic atmosphere for reflection
long-form immersive listening experience
cathartic emotional climaxes
late-night introspective solitude

Maybe skip if you

seekers of upbeat tempos
prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context: Released on March 17, 1997, Stille was Lacrimosa's fifth studio album and marked a significant artistic evolution following their earlier works. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their reputation within the gothic metal scene while beginning to incorporate more orchestral elements into their sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Theatre of Tragedy· Within Temptation· Nightwish