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Under the Midnight Sun

The Cult · 2022

35 min · 8 tracks · hard rock · post-punk · gothic rock

A haunting blend of gothic rock and hard-hitting riffs envelops the listener in an atmospheric soundscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo exploration
  • haunting soundscapes for reflection
  • atmospheric journey through night
  • engaging narratives with depth

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on October 7, 2022, 'Under the Midnight Sun' is The Cult's first studio album in six years, coming after their 2016 release 'Hidden City'. This album marks a return to form for the band, showcasing their signature sound while exploring new sonic territories. It arrives during a period of renewed interest in classic rock influences within contemporary music.
Stylistic neighbors
Fields of the Nephilim· The Mission· Bauhaus

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mirror 3:48
  • 2 A Cut Inside 3:59
  • 3 Vendetta X 3:24
  • 4 Give Me Mercy 3:37
  • 5 Outer Heaven 4:54
  • 6 Knife Through Butterfly Heart 6:04
  • 7 Impermanence 4:13
  • 8 Under the Midnight Sun 5:04

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