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The Wonders Still Awaiting

Xandria · 2023

74 min · 13 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal

Epic orchestral arrangements meld with haunting vocals, crafting a darkly immersive world of gothic metal.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with varied intensity
  • haunting vocals for deep immersion
  • wave-like pacing for reflective moments
  • epic soundscapes for emotional catharsis
  • darkly immersive world exploration

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on January 1, 2023, 'The Wonders Still Awaiting' marks Xandria's return after a hiatus and lineup changes, featuring new vocalist Ambre Vourvahis. This album represents a crucial step in their evolution, as it showcases a reinvigorated sound while maintaining the symphonic elements that defined their earlier work.
Stylistic neighbors
Epica· Nightwish· Within Temptation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Two Worlds 7:08
  • 2 Reborn 5:12
  • 3 You Will Never Be Our God 5:11
  • 4 The Wonders Still Awaiting 4:59
  • 5 Ghosts 5:26
  • 6 Your Stories I’ll Remember 6:21
  • 7 My Curse Is My Redemption 5:03
  • 8 Illusion Is Their Name 5:06
  • 9 Paradise 5:01
  • 10 Mirror of Time 6:41
  • 11 Scars 4:06
  • 12 The Maiden and the Child 4:54
  • 13 Astèria 9:08

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