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Birth of Violence

Chelsea Wolfe · 2019

43 min · 11 tracks · electronic ยท folk metal ยท dark wave

A haunting blend of dark folk and ethereal soundscapes that echoes themes of isolation and introspection.

Birth of Violence is an album by Chelsea Wolfe, released in 2019. A haunting blend of dark folk and ethereal soundscapes that echoes themes of isolation and introspection. 'Birth of Violence' received widespread critical acclaim, with publications like Pitchfork praising its emotional depth and sonic exploration. The album marked a shift toward a more subdued sound, influencing the dark folk scene and resonating with listeners seeking vulnerability in music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Birth of Violence sound like?

A haunting blend of dark folk and ethereal soundscapes that echoes themes of isolation and introspection. Rooted in electronic and folk metal.

What makes Birth of Violence by Chelsea Wolfe notable?

'Birth of Violence' received widespread critical acclaim, with publications like Pitchfork praising its emotional depth and sonic exploration. The album marked a shift toward a more subdued sound, influencing the dark folk scene and resonating with listeners seeking vulnerability in music. Released on January 1, 2019, 'Birth of Violence' is Chelsea Wolfe's fifth studio album, following the critically acclaimed 'Hiss Spun' from 2017. At this point in her career, Wolfe was solidifying her reputation as a unique voice in dark pop and folk genres, exploring more acoustic and introspective themes compared to her previous work.

How many songs are on Birth of Violence?

Birth of Violence has 11 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·43:47

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Mother Road 4:20
  • 2 American Darkness Standout 4:48
  • 3 Birth of Violence 4:20
  • 4 Deranged for Rock & Roll Standout 3:31
  • 5 Be All Things 4:20
  • 6 Erde 3:31
  • 7 When Anger Turns to Honey Standout 3:09
  • 8 Dirt Universe 4:36
  • 9 Little Grave 3:22
  • 10 Preface to a Dream Play 3:52
  • 11 Highway 3:58

Release Date

January 1, 2019

Genre

dark wave, folk metal

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

43 min 47 sec