Tales of Creation
Candlemass · 1989
42 min · 11 tracks · epic doom metal
Majestic riffs and haunting melodies intertwine, forging a darkly epic soundscape that defines doom metal's grandeur.
Why this album works
'Tales of Creation' is regarded as a defining release in the doom metal genre, praised for its ambitious songwriting and intricate arrangements. The album received significant acclaim, solidifying Candlemass's influence on subsequent generations of metal bands and contributing to the growing popularity of doom metal in the late '80s.
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions dramatic emotional narratives hauntingly atmospheric soundscapes
- Context
- Released in January 1989, 'Tales of Creation' was Candlemass's third studio album, following their acclaimed 'Nightfall.' At this point, the band had solidified their position within the epic doom metal genre, building on their previous successes while continuing to explore complex themes and arrangements.
- Stylistic neighbors
- While Heaven Wept· Warning· Veni Domine
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Prophecy 1:27
- 2 Dark Reflections Standout 5:06
- 3 Voices in the Wind 0:14
- 4 Under the Oak Standout 6:00
- 5 Tears 4:13
- 6 Into the Unfathomed Tower 3:04
- 7 The Edge of Heaven 6:25
- 8 Somewhere in Nowhere 3:47
- 9 Through the Infinitive Halls of Death 5:07
- 10 Dawn 0:25
- 11 A Tale of Creation Standout 6:54
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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