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Woods 5: Grey Skies & Electric Light

Woods of Ypres · 2012

62 min · 11 tracks · doom metal · melodic black metal

Melancholic doom metal intertwines with delicate melodies, creating a haunting atmosphere that reflects on life and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • melancholic reflective moods
  • atmospheric background focus
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 2012, 'Woods 5: Grey Skies & Electric Light' marked a significant point in Woods of Ypres' evolution as it followed their critically acclaimed album, 'Woods IV: The Green Album'. This album was notable for its more refined sound and lyrical depth, showcasing the band's transition into a more introspective phase after the tragic passing of frontman David Gold shortly after its release.
Stylistic neighbors
Agalloch· Graveworm· Green Carnation

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Lightning & Snow 4:40
  • 2 Death Is Not an Exit 5:10
  • 3 Keeper of the Ledger 6:03
  • 4 Traveling Alone 5:04
  • 5 Adora Vivos 5:41
  • 6 Silver 4:50
  • 7 Career Suicide (Is Not Real Suicide) 3:43
  • 8 Modern Life Architecture 7:21
  • 9 Kiss My Ashes (Goodbye) 10:57
  • 10 Finality 3:57
  • 11 Alternate Ending 4:29

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