What Lies Beneath
Tarja Turunen · 2010
73 min · 14 tracks · classical · power metal · traditional heavy metal
A haunting blend of symphonic metal and operatic vocals that explores themes of loss and introspection.
Why this album works
'What Lies Beneath' received significant attention for its blend of symphonic elements and metal, debuting at number 4 on the Finnish albums chart. The album was well-received by critics, who praised Turunen's vocal prowess and the orchestral arrangements, marking it as a significant entry in the symphonic metal genre.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks haunting melodies for introspection wave-like pacing that captivates
- Context
- Released on August 31, 2010, 'What Lies Beneath' is Tarja Turunen's second solo studio album, following her debut 'My Winter Storm' from 2007. At this point in her career, Turunen was establishing her distinct identity apart from Nightwish, the band that propelled her to fame. This album further solidified her transition into a full-fledged solo artist with an emphasis on classical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Snowy Shaw· Sissel Kyrkjebø· Charlotte Church
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Anteroom of Death Standout 4:44
- 2 Until My Last Breath Standout 4:26
- 3 Dark Star 4:35
- 4 Underneath 4:41
- 5 Little Lies 5:28
- 6 Rivers of Lust 4:40
- 7 In for a Kill 4:26
- 8 Montañas de silencio 4:32
- 9 Falling Awake 5:16
- 10 The Archive of Lost Dreams 4:52
- 11 Crimson Deep Standout 7:35
Disc 2
- 1 We Are 4:16
- 2 Naiad 7:18
- 3 Still of the Night 6:33
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