What makes Teargas EP by Katatonia notable?

Teargas received positive reviews from critics, showcasing Katatonia's ability to blend alternative and doom metal elements. The EP helped solidify their position in the gothic metal scene and laid the groundwork for their future works, influencing many bands within the genre. Released on February 20, 2001, the Teargas EP marked a transitional phase for Katatonia, following their critically acclaimed album Last Fair Deal Gone Down. This EP served as a precursor to their subsequent full-length release, Viva Emptiness, and reflected the band's evolution towards a more atmospheric and melancholic sound.

How many songs are on Teargas EP?

Teargas EP has 3 tracks, running approximately 13 minutes.

Teargas EP

Katatonia · 2001

13 min · 3 tracks · alternative metal

Heavy guitar riffs intertwine with haunting melodies, evoking a sense of desolation and introspection throughout the EP.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Teargas — The title track exemplifies the band's signature sound with its crushing riffs and emotive vocals, setting the tone for the entire EP.
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Sulfur — This track features layered instrumentation that creates an immersive listening experience, showcasing the band's growth in songwriting and production.
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March 4 — With its driving rhythm and poignant lyrics, this song encapsulates the emotional depth present in Katatonia's work during this period.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong compositions and a blend of styles but remains somewhat niche within its genre.

What we noticed

The EP consists of three tracks, each featuring heavy guitar riffs that create a dense soundscape.
Melodic sections are interspersed with aggressive passages, allowing for dynamic shifts in intensity.
The final track, March 4, incorporates a slower tempo and more atmospheric elements, contrasting with the preceding songs.

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

Influence 3/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Deep Cut — A transitional EP that showcases their sound but isn't a primary entry point or breakthrough.
Themes: emotional heaviness· gothic despair· inner turmoil
Career context: Released on February 20, 2001, the Teargas EP marked a transitional phase for Katatonia, following their critically acclaimed album Last Fair Deal Gone Down. This EP served as a precursor to their subsequent full-length release, Viva Emptiness, and reflected the band's evolution towards a more atmospheric and melancholic sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Anathema· Opeth· Paradise Lost