Wasting the Dawn
The 69 Eyes · 1999
64 min · 14 tracks · hard rock · gothic rock · glam metal
Gothic rock meets glam metal in a darkly seductive blend of atmospheric melodies and driving rhythms.
Why this album works
'Wasting the Dawn' is notable for its critical acclaim within the gothic rock scene and its influence on subsequent artists in the genre. The album helped to further establish The 69 Eyes as key figures in Finnish rock, leading to increased popularity across Europe and beyond.
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long immersive listening sessions wave-like pacing throughout
- Context
- Released on January 1, 1999, 'Wasting the Dawn' marked The 69 Eyes' fourth studio album, following their breakthrough with 'Blessed Be.' At this point, they were solidifying their unique sound, merging gothic elements with glam influences, which would define their trajectory into the 2000s.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Mötley Crüe· L.A. Guns· Hardcore Superstar
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Truck On 3:12
- 2 Lay Down Your Arms Standout 3:41
- 3 Wasting the Dawn Standout 5:21
- 4 You Ain't the Reason 4:12
- 5 Lazarus Heart 4:25
- 6 Who's Gonna Pay the Bail? 5:05
- 7 All-American Dream 4:21
- 8 Be My Speed 4:38
- 9 Hand of God 4:26
- 10 Next Stop Paradise Standout 4:28
- 11 Starshine 6:53
- 12 Lay Down Your Arms (remix) 3:44
- 13 Wasting the Dawn (remix) 5:26
- 14 Next Stop Paradise (remix) 4:28
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