20 Years of Gloom, Beauty and Despair
20 Years of Gloom, Beauty and Despair
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album with DVD
Our Take
Our Take
Ah, SWALLOW THE SUN – the brooding Finnish metal band that has been bringing gloom and despair to the masses for 20 long years. Their latest release, "20 Years Of Gloom, Beauty And Despair - Live In Helsinki," is a monumental celebration of their illustrious career, captured in all its raw, unfiltered glory.
From the haunting melodies of "The Womb of Winter" to the crushing riffs of "Silent Towers," SWALLOW THE SUN effortlessly showcases their mastery of both beauty and despair. Frontman Mikko Kotamäki's guttural growls and soaring clean vocals add a depth and emotion that few in the metal scene can match.
The live performances on this album are nothing short of electrifying. The band's tight musicianship and relentless energy truly shine through, creating an immersive experience that will have you headbanging and weeping in equal measure.
But what truly sets SWALLOW THE SUN apart is their ability to mix darkness and light, beauty and despair, in a way that feels both genuine and cathartic. It's like listening to a thunderstorm on a summer day – simultaneously exhilarating and devastating.
Overall, "20 Years Of Gloom, Beauty And Despair - Live In Helsinki" is a triumphant testament to SWALLOW THE SUN's enduring legacy in the metal world. So grab your tissues and your mosh pit gear, because this album is a wild, emotional ride that you won't want to miss.
Track Listing
Track Listing
1. The Womb of Winter
2. The Heart of a Cold White Land
3. Away
4. Pray for the Winds to Come
5. Songs from the North
6. 66°50'N, 28°40'E
7. Autumn Fire
8. Before the Summer Dies
Disc: 2
1. Lost and Catatonic
2. Empires of Loneliness
3. Falling World
4. Cathedral Walls
5. Plague of Butterflies Pt. II
6. Don't Fall Asleep (Horror Pt. II)
Disc: 4
1. The Womb of Winter
2. The Heart of a Cold White Land
3. Away
4. Pray for the Winds to Come
5. Songs from the North
6. 66°50'N, 28°40'E
7. Autumn Fire
8. Before the Summer Dies
9. Lost and Catatonic
10. Empires of Loneliness
11. Falling World
12. Cathedral Walls
13. Plague of Butterflies Pt. II
14. Don't Fall Asleep (Horror Pt. II)
15. Stone Wings
16. The Giant
17. Swallow (Horror Pt. I)
18. Here On the Black Earth
Disc: 3
1. Stone Wings
2. The Giant
3. Swallow (Horror Pt. I)
4. Here On the Black Earth
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Swallow the Sun
Swallow the Sun: Finland's Melancholic Metal Maestros Hailing from the land of a thousand lakes, Swallow the Sun have been making waves in the metal scene since their formation in 2000. With a sound that combines the crushing weight of doom metal with the melodic sensibilities of gothic metal, these Finnish maestros have carved out a unique niche for themselves in the world of extreme music. Led by the enigmatic frontman Mikko Kotamäki, whose guttural growls can send shivers down your spine, Swallow the Sun's music is a sonic journey through the darkest recesses of the human soul. Their lyrics, steeped in themes of death, despair, and existential angst, are bound to strike a chord with anyone who has ever felt the crushing weight of the world on their shoulders. But don't let the bleak subject matter fool you – Swallow the Sun know how to bring the riffs. Their guitar work, courtesy of Juha Raivio and Juho Räihä, is nothing short of mesmerising, weaving intricate melodies and bone-crunching chords in equal measure. And with the thunderous rhythm section of drummer Juuso Raatikainen and bassist Matti Honkonen holding it all together, Swallow the Sun's live shows are a force to be reckoned with. Whether you're a die-hard metalhead or just looking to expand your musical horizons, Swallow the Sun are a band that demands your attention. So grab a beer, crank up the volume, and let the darkness wash over you – you won't regret it.
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