Colossus
Scorn · 1993
68 min · 11 tracks · ambient · industrial metal · dub music
A haunting blend of industrial textures and ambient soundscapes that evoke a sense of desolation and introspection.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions haunting, introspective soundscapes gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in January 1993, 'Colossus' is Scorn's second album, following their debut 'Vae Solis' from 1992. At this point, the band was solidifying their position within the post-industrial music scene, blending elements of dub and ambient music to create a unique sonic identity. This album marked a crucial step in their evolution as they moved towards more experimental sounds.
- If you like
- ambient, industrial metal, dub music
Colossus is an album by Scorn, released in 1993. A haunting blend of industrial textures and ambient soundscapes that evoke a sense of desolation and introspection. 'Colossus' is significant for its innovative fusion of genres, contributing to the development of illbient music. Its critical reception included positive reviews from underground music publications, which recognized Scorn's influence on the burgeoning electronic and industrial scenes in the early 90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Colossus sound like?
A haunting blend of industrial textures and ambient soundscapes that evoke a sense of desolation and introspection. Rooted in ambient and industrial metal.
What makes Colossus by Scorn notable?
'Colossus' is significant for its innovative fusion of genres, contributing to the development of illbient music. Its critical reception included positive reviews from underground music publications, which recognized Scorn's influence on the burgeoning electronic and industrial scenes in the early 90s. Released in January 1993, 'Colossus' is Scorn's second album, following their debut 'Vae Solis' from 1992. At this point, the band was solidifying their position within the post-industrial music scene, blending elements of dub and ambient music to create a unique sonic identity. This album marked a crucial step in their evolution as they moved towards more experimental sounds.
Who is Colossus for?
Colossus works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, haunting, introspective soundscapes and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on Colossus?
Colossus has 11 tracks, running approximately 68 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Endless Standout 7:26
- 2 Crimson Seed Standout 7:54
- 3 Blackout 6:21
- 4 The Sky Is Loaded Standout 5:31
- 5 Nothing, Hunger 5:47
- 6 Beyond 7:24
- 7 Little Angel 4:48
- 8 White Irises Blind 6:08
- 9 Scorpionic 4:38
- 10 Nights Ash Black 8:01
- 11 Sunstroke 4:33
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
68 min 31 sec
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