Until the Voices Fade...
The Crüxshadows · 1999
32 min · 5 tracks · gothic rock
A haunting blend of gothic rock and darkwave, layered with introspective lyrics and atmospheric instrumentation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Leave Me Alone (album version) — This track is emblematic of the album's introspective nature, featuring a driving beat and lyrics that explore themes of solitude and self-reflection.
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Marilyn, My Bitterness v2.0 — With its rich layers and compelling narrative about loss, this track showcases the band's ability to combine lyrical depth with engaging melodies.
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The Dying Song (A Footnote...) — This track stands out for its poignant exploration of mortality, blending ethereal vocals with somber instrumentals to create an evocative atmosphere.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The EP showcases solid songwriting and production, with distinct tracks that maintain a cohesive gothic rock atmosphere.
What we noticed
- The second track features a cover of 'Here Comes the Rain Again,' which introduces a more rhythmic and upbeat feel compared to the opener.
- The final track, 'The Dying Song (A Footnote...),' concludes the EP with a slower tempo and an atmospheric soundscape, creating a sense of closure.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting introspection in every track
- immersive late-night listening experience
- cathartic exploration of melancholy
- steady atmospheric build throughout
Maybe skip if you
- require upbeat, fast-paced music
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Until the Voices Fade... was The Crüxshadows' second studio album, following their debut, The Mystery of the Whisper. This album marked a pivotal moment in their career as they began to expand their sound and reach a wider audience within the burgeoning gothic rock scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Sisters of Mercy· Fields of the Nephilim· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Leave Me Alone (album version) 6:49
- 2 Here Comes the Rain Again 5:52
- 3 Marilyn, My Bitterness v2.0 6:52
- 4 Leave Me Alone (OB-1 Freak mix) 7:46
- 5 The Dying Song (A Footnote...) 5:38
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