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Telemetry of a Fallen Angel

The Crüxshadows · 1995

57 min · 14 tracks · gothic rock

Ethereal soundscapes intertwine with dark, brooding vocals, painting a vivid narrative of longing and existential dread.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Monsters — This track encapsulates the album's exploration of inner demons and societal fears through haunting melodies and evocative lyrics. Its driving rhythm and powerful chorus exemplify the band's signature sound.
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    Walk Away — With its expansive length and emotional intensity, this song showcases The Crüxshadows' ability to blend storytelling with atmospheric instrumentation, making it a standout piece on the album.
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    Marilyn, My Bitterness — This track merges personal reflection with broader cultural commentary, featuring intricate arrangements that highlight the band's artistic vision. Its lyrical depth resonates as a poignant critique of fame and identity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • ethereal soundscapes for introspection
  • brooding narratives of existential dread
  • moments of quiet reflection
  • dark themes with haunting vocals
  • long, immersive emotional exploration

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of upbeat tempos
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Telemetry of a Fallen Angel is The Crüxshadows' debut album, marking their entry into the gothic rock scene in 1995. At this time, the band was still establishing their identity, blending darkwave and electronic influences that would characterize their sound in subsequent releases.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Marilyn, My Bitterness

    A shift in perspective occurs as the narrative directly confronts the subject's struggles with fame, revealing layers of complexity beneath the surface.

    This moment deepens the thematic exploration by transitioning from external observation to a more intimate engagement with the subject's psyche.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Descension 0:58
  • 2 Monsters 4:47
  • 3 Jackal-Head 6:33
  • 4 Prometheus 1:12
  • 5 Clerestory 4:50
  • 6 Walk Away 8:52
  • 7 Miss Fortune Returns 0:51
  • 8 My World 5:27
  • 9 Fallen Angel 0:47
  • 10 Hanged Man 6:41
  • 11 Purgatory 1:50
  • 12 Marilyn, My Bitterness 6:56
  • 13 Daedelus Flight...Icarus Falls 1:23
  • 14 Satellite 5:50

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