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The Silent Enigma [ CD / Album ]

The Silent Enigma

SKU: CD98221 Barcode: 0801056705228
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Format: CD / Album

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  • Released Date: 28 Apr 2003

  • Genre: Rock/Pop

Our Take

Anathema's latest album "The Silent Enigma" is a brooding masterpiece that will leave you questioning the meaning of life, love, and everything in between. The band's signature blend of ethereal melodies and haunting vocals creates a sonic landscape that is as mesmerising as it is haunting. Opening track "Restless Oblivion" sets the tone for the album, with its melancholic piano chords and hypnotic guitar riffs. Vocalist Vincent Cavanagh's soulful voice cuts through the music like a knife, drawing you in and refusing to let go. Tracks like "Shroud of Frost" and "Sunset of Age" showcase the band's ability to seamlessly blend heavy metal with progressive rock, creating a sound that is both familiar and innovative. The atmospheric production on these tracks is top-notch, with layers of lush keyboards and soaring guitars enveloping the listener in a warm embrace. But it's on the title track "The Silent Enigma" where Anathema truly shine. The song builds slowly, with a subtle intensity that is both captivating and unsettling. As Cavanagh's vocals soar to new heights, you can't help but be swept away by the sheer beauty of it all. In the end, "The Silent Enigma" is a triumph for Anathema, showcasing a band at the height of their creative powers. With its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, this album is sure to linger in your mind long after the music has faded away.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. Restless Oblivion
2. Shroud of Frost
3. Alone
4. Sunset of the Age
5. Nocturnal Emission
6. Cerulean Twilight
7. The Silent Enigma
8. A Dying Wish
9. Black Orchid
10. The Silent Enigma (Orchestral)
11. Sleepless 96

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