Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 & 2
HIM · 2006
137 min · 29 tracks · alternative rock · gothic rock · gothic metal
A haunting blend of gothic rock and alternative melodies reimagined through diverse remixes and acoustic interpretations.
Why this album works
This album underscores HIM's influence within the gothic rock genre, featuring remixed fan favorites that elevated their presence on charts across Europe. The collection also reflects the band's ability to engage with their audience by offering fresh takes on beloved songs, further solidifying their status in the early 2000s rock landscape.
- Best for
- haunting remixes for deep listening dynamic flow with emotional peaks acoustic warmth for reflective moments
- Context
- By the release of 'Uneasy Listening Vol. 1 & 2' in November 2006, HIM was solidifying their reputation in the gothic metal scene after achieving commercial success with their previous album, 'Dark Light'. This compilation showcases a variety of alternate versions and remixes of their well-known tracks, illustrating the band's versatility and appeal to both fans and new listeners alike.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Rasmus· Poets of the Fall· Sunrise Avenue· Absoluuttinen Nollapiste· Beck· U2· Duran Duran· Uniklubi
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Sacrament (Disrhythm remix) 4:42
- 2 The Funeral of Hearts (acoustic version) Standout 4:02
- 3 Join Me in Death (Strongroom mix) Standout 3:38
- 4 Close to the Flame (The Rappula Tapes) 4:28
- 5 In Joy and Sorrow (String version) 5:02
- 6 It’s All Tears (unplugged radio live) 3:47
- 7 When Love and Death Embrace (AOR radio mix) 3:36
- 8 Buried Alive by Love (Deliverance version) Standout 6:04
- 9 Gone With the Sin (O.D. version) 4:58
- 10 Salt in Our Wounds (Thulsa Doom version) 7:02
- 11 Please Don’t Let It Go (acoustic version) 4:37
- 12 One Last Time (Rockfield Madness version) 5:08
- 13 For You (unplugged radio live) 4:07
- 14 The Path (P.S. version) 5:03
- 15 Lose You Tonight (Thulsa Doom extended dub) 8:15
Disc 2
- 1 Buried Alive by Love (616 version) 4:51
- 2 Rendezvous With Anus (Dein Arsch Ist Meiner, El Presidente) 3:09
- 3 Sigillum Diaboli (Studio Live Evil) 3:53
- 4 I Love You (White House version) 4:51
- 5 The Beginning of the End (Sad Damn version) 3:54
- 6 Again (Hollovlad Tepes) 3:17
- 7 Wicked Game (live in Turku) 5:23
- 8 Soul on Fire (Erich Zann’s Supernatural remix) 3:54
- 9 Beautiful (Hollovlad Tepes) 3:31
- 10 Endless Dark (616 version) 4:10
- 11 Hand of Doom (live in Turku) 7:26
- 12 Right Here in My Arms (live in Turku) 4:02
- 13 Sailin’ On (live in Turku) 1:57
- 14 Pretending (Cosmicpope Jam version) 7:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.