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The Red in the Sky Is Ours

At the Gates · 1992

45 min · 10 tracks · death metal · melodic death metal

A raw and atmospheric blend of melodic death metal that paints vivid, haunting landscapes of sound.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo atmospheric journey
  • haunting soundscapes for introspection
  • vivid landscapes of emotional depth
  • raw energy for focused listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking upbeat party vibes
  • prefer short standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1992, 'The Red in the Sky Is Ours' is At the Gates' debut album, marking their entrance into the burgeoning Swedish death metal scene. This release helped establish them as key players in the genre, following the band's formation in 1990 and their early demo recordings. The album set the stage for their later works and solidified their influence on melodic death metal.
Stylistic neighbors
In Flames· Dark Tranquillity· Soilwork

Tracklist

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

  • 1 The Red in the Sky Is Ours / The Season to Come 4:41
  • 2 Kingdom Gone 4:39
  • 3 Through Gardens of Grief 4:02
  • 4 Within 6:54
  • 5 Windows 3:53
  • 6 Claws of Laughter Dead 4:02
  • 7 Neverwhere 5:41
  • 8 The Scar 2:00
  • 9 Night Comes, Blood Black 5:16
  • 10 City of Screaming Statues 4:37

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