Released 22 years ago this June
Traces of Sadness
Vanilla Ninja · 2004
57 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · pop rock · gothic rock
A dynamic blend of gothic and hard rock infused with catchy pop melodies and emotional lyrics.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for reflective moods
- cathartic moments in extended tracks
- emotional release through lyrical depth
- for evening introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking upbeat party atmosphere
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on June 7, 2004, 'Traces of Sadness' was Vanilla Ninja's second studio album, following their successful debut 'Vanilla Ninja' in 2003. At this point in their career, the band was gaining traction in Europe, particularly in Germany and Switzerland, establishing their sound and identity in the competitive pop-rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Within Temptation· Nightwish· Evanescence
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tough Enough 3:24
- 2 Traces of Sadness 3:23
- 3 Stay 3:53
- 4 When the Indians Cry 3:43
- 5 Don’t Go Too Fast 3:13
- 6 Heartless 3:51
- 7 Liar 3:38
- 8 Don’t You Realize 3:51
- 9 Wherever 3:26
- 10 Metal Queen 3:47
- 11 Looking for a Hero 3:54
- 12 Destroyed by You 3:53
- 13 Traces of Sadness (extended version) 6:00
- 14 Heartless (extended version) 7:38
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