The Angel and the Dark River
My Dying Bride · 1995
86 min · 11 tracks · doom metal · death-doom
A haunting blend of mournful melodies and crushing riffs that evoke deep emotional landscapes.
Why this album works
'The Angel and the Dark River' was well-received by critics and helped to further define the doom metal scene of the 1990s. It reached number 12 on the UK Independent Albums chart and showcased a more atmospheric approach, influencing numerous bands within the genre and beyond.
- Best for
- wave-like emotional crescendos haunting melodies for reflection deep dives into sorrowful themes
- Context
- Released on May 22, 1995, 'The Angel and the Dark River' is My Dying Bride's third studio album, following their critically acclaimed 'Turn Loose the Swans'. At this point in their career, they were solidifying their signature sound within the death-doom genre while gaining a dedicated following in the metal community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Paradise Lost· Draconian· Agalloch
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Cry of Mankind Standout 12:13
- 2 From Darkest Skies 7:48
- 3 Black Voyage 9:46
- 4 A Sea to Suffer In 6:31
- 5 Two Winters Only 9:01
- 6 Your Shameful Heaven Standout 6:59
- 7 The Sexuality of Bereavement Standout 8:04
Disc 2
- 1 Your River 8:13
- 2 A Sea to Suffer In 6:21
- 3 Your Shameful Heaven Standout 6:37
- 4 The Forever People 4:52
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