Take Care & Control
Death in June · 1998
46 min · 12 tracks · folk rock
A haunting blend of acoustic melodies and dark lyrical themes, evoking a sense of desolation and introspection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Smashed to Bits (In the Peace of the Night) — This opening track sets a bleak tone with its chilling atmosphere and poignant lyrics that explore themes of loss and despair. It encapsulates the album's overarching emotional landscape.
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Kameradschaft — Kameradschaft features stark imagery and a haunting melody that reflects on camaraderie amidst conflict, showcasing the band's knack for marrying lyrical depth with musical simplicity.
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Power Has a Fragrance — This track stands out for its rhythmic intensity and lyrical commentary on power dynamics, illustrating Death in June's mastery of creating tension through music and words.
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The November Men — At nearly eight minutes long, this track delves into historical themes with an expansive sound that allows listeners to immerse themselves deeply in its narrative, making it one of the album's pivotal moments.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting melodies for introspection
- somber reflections on solitude
- captivating atmosphere for contemplation
- immersive experience through darkness
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, lively tracks
- prefer straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1998, Take Care & Control is Death in June's fifth studio album, following their previous release, 1995's Paradise Rising. At this point in their career, the band had solidified their position within the neofolk genre, blending acoustic instrumentation with politically charged themes. The album showcases a refined approach to songwriting, reflecting both personal and historical narratives.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Current 93· Sol Invictus· Blood Axis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Smashed to Bits (In the Peace of the Night) 4:49
- 2 Little Blue Butterfly 4:04
- 3 The Bunker 3:07
- 4 Kameradschaft 4:22
- 5 Frost Flowers 3:10
- 6 A Slaughter of Roses 3:13
- 7 The November Men 7:44
- 8 Power Has a Fragrance 3:46
- 9 Despair 2:23
- 10 The Odin Hour 3:59
- 11 The Bunker, Empty 2:56
- 12 Wolf Angel 3:02
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