Selected Scenes from the End of the World
London After Midnight · 1992
41 min · 8 tracks · gothic rock · dark wave
A haunting blend of dark wave and gothic rock creates a brooding atmosphere filled with existential dread.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels long, immersive listening sessions dynamic emotional journeys
- Context
- Released in 1992, 'Selected Scenes from the End of the World' marked London After Midnight's debut full-length album following their earlier EPs. At this point, the band was establishing itself within the burgeoning dark wave and gothic rock scenes, building on the momentum gained from their singles like 'Your Best Nightmare'. This album set the stage for their future work and solidified their identity in the genre.
- If you like
- gothic rock, dark wave
Selected Scenes from the End of the World is an album by London After Midnight, released in 1992. A haunting blend of dark wave and gothic rock creates a brooding atmosphere filled with existential dread. 'Selected Scenes from the End of the World' is significant for its underground success, becoming a staple in goth music circles and influencing later artists in the genre. The album received critical acclaim, notably being featured in various alternative music publications, which helped to elevate London After Midnight's profile within the dark wave community. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Selected Scenes from the End of the World sound like?
A haunting blend of dark wave and gothic rock creates a brooding atmosphere filled with existential dread. Rooted in gothic rock and dark wave.
What makes Selected Scenes from the End of the World by London After Midnight notable?
'Selected Scenes from the End of the World' is significant for its underground success, becoming a staple in goth music circles and influencing later artists in the genre. The album received critical acclaim, notably being featured in various alternative music publications, which helped to elevate London After Midnight's profile within the dark wave community. Released in 1992, 'Selected Scenes from the End of the World' marked London After Midnight's debut full-length album following their earlier EPs. At this point, the band was establishing itself within the burgeoning dark wave and gothic rock scenes, building on the momentum gained from their singles like 'Your Best Nightmare'. This album set the stage for their future work and solidified their identity in the genre.
Who is Selected Scenes from the End of the World for?
Selected Scenes from the End of the World works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, long, immersive listening sessions and dynamic emotional journeys.
How many songs are on Selected Scenes from the End of the World?
Selected Scenes from the End of the World has 8 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Revenge Standout 4:06
- 2 Nightmare Standout 5:29
- 3 Spider and the Fly Standout 5:22
- 4 Claire's Horrors 4:56
- 5 Sacrifice 7:30
- 6 This Paradise 4:14
- 7 The Black Cat 3:53
- 8 Your Best Nightmare 5:50
Release Date
January 1, 1992
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
41 min 23 sec
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