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Threnody

Engel · 2010

44 min · 11 tracks · melodic death metal

A visceral blend of melodic death metal and atmospheric elements that explores themes of loss and resistance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with emotional weight
  • visceral exploration of loss themes
  • climactic moments that resonate deeply
  • engaging narrative through consistent energy

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • avoid thematic depth and intensity

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2010, 'Threnody' is Engel's third studio album, following their second album 'Absolutely Live' from 2008. At this point, the band was solidifying its sound within the melodic death metal scene, with a focus on combining aggression with melody, which had become a hallmark of their style.
Stylistic neighbors
Die Apokalyptischen Reiter· Ensiferum· Varg

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Six Feet Deep 3:22
  • 2 Sense the Fire 4:20
  • 3 For Those Who Will Resist 3:41
  • 4 Feed the Weak 4:16
  • 5 To the End 4:02
  • 6 Every Sin (Leaves a Mark) 3:32
  • 7 Down 3:49
  • 8 Heartsick 4:34
  • 9 Threnody 3:54
  • 10 Burn 3:27
  • 11 Perfect Isis 6:00

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