Dim Days of Dolor
Sirenia · 2016
56 min · 11 tracks · gothic metal · symphonic metal
A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and gothic metal riffs creates an atmospheric soundscape of despair and beauty.
Dim Days of Dolor is an album by Sirenia, released in 2016. A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and gothic metal riffs creates an atmospheric soundscape of despair and beauty. 'Dim Days of Dolor' received widespread acclaim for its intricate compositions and emotional depth, topping the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart. It further established Sirenia as a significant force in gothic metal, influencing subsequent acts within the genre with its lush instrumentation and melancholic lyrics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Dim Days of Dolor sound like?
A haunting blend of orchestral arrangements and gothic metal riffs creates an atmospheric soundscape of despair and beauty. Rooted in gothic metal and symphonic metal.
What makes Dim Days of Dolor by Sirenia notable?
'Dim Days of Dolor' received widespread acclaim for its intricate compositions and emotional depth, topping the Billboard Heatseekers Albums chart. It further established Sirenia as a significant force in gothic metal, influencing subsequent acts within the genre with its lush instrumentation and melancholic lyrics. Released on November 11, 2016, 'Dim Days of Dolor' marks Sirenia's sixth studio album, following their 2013 release, 'Perils of the Deep Blue.' At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their signature sound within the symphonic metal genre while also experimenting with darker themes and complex arrangements.
How many songs are on Dim Days of Dolor?
Dim Days of Dolor has 11 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Goddess of the Sea Standout 4:41
- 2 Dim Days of Dolor Standout 4:40
- 3 The 12th Hour 6:36
- 4 Treasure n’ Treason Standout 4:54
- 5 Cloud Nine 5:14
- 6 Veil of Winter 5:29
- 7 Ashes to Ashes 4:36
- 8 Elusive Sun 5:22
- 9 Playing With Fire 5:05
- 10 Fifth Column 6:02
- 11 Aeon’s Embrace 3:57
Release Date
November 11, 2016
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
56 min 41 sec
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