About this album
Where they were
By the time 'The Dark Side' was released in November 2004, Gregorian had established themselves as a unique crossover act blending classical and contemporary music. This album followed their successful previous releases, showcasing their ability to reinterpret popular songs through the lens of Gregorian chant, further solidifying their niche in the new age and symphonic rock genres.
Why it matters
'The Dark Side' received notable attention for its innovative merging of sacred music with mainstream pop and rock songs, including tracks like 'My Immortal' and 'Hurt'. It contributed to the rising popularity of the Gregorian chant genre in contemporary music and achieved commercial success across several countries, reaching high positions on various album charts.
Essential tracks
- "My Immortal" — This cover transforms Evanescence's emotional ballad into a haunting chant, emphasizing its lyrical depth through Gregorian harmonies.
- "Hurt" — Their rendition of Nine Inch Nails' 'Hurt' offers a profound reinterpretation, blending somber lyrics with rich vocal arrangements that evoke deep emotion.
- "Ave Satani (The Omen)" — 'Ave Satani' stands out as a chilling interpretation of the classic theme from 'The Omen', showcasing the group's ability to merge horror elements with sacred music.
Release Date
November 15, 2004
Artist Origin
Germany
Tracklist
- 1 Hurt 6:20
- 2 My Immortal 5:26
- 3 The Four Horsemen 4:51
- 4 Unbeliever 4:18
- 5 Where the Wild Roses Grow 4:51
- 6 Close My Eyes Forever 6:00
- 7 More 6:05
- 8 Uninvited 4:25
- 9 The Raven 5:28
- 10 Gregorian Anthem 6:07
- 11 Ave Satani (The Omen) 3:27
- 12 The End 2:06
- 13 In the Shadows 4:29
- 14 Only You 3:51
- 15 Moment of Peace 4:24
- 16 Brothers in Arms 5:56
