Sjukdom
Lifelover · 2011
56 min · 14 tracks · depressive black metal
A haunting blend of despair-laden riffs and melancholic melodies steeped in atmospheric black metal.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 2011, 'Sjukdom' was Lifelover's fourth studio album, following their divisive work 'Dekadens'. By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound, intertwining elements of depressive black metal with post-punk influences, marking a continued exploration of themes around mental illness and existential despair.
- If you like
- depressive black metal
Sjukdom is an album by Lifelover, released in 2011. A haunting blend of despair-laden riffs and melancholic melodies steeped in atmospheric black metal. 'Sjukdom' received attention for its raw emotional depth and has since been recognized as a significant entry in the depressive black metal genre. It helped to further establish Lifelover's influence on subsequent artists within the scene, particularly those interested in blending extreme metal with more melodic elements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sjukdom sound like?
A haunting blend of despair-laden riffs and melancholic melodies steeped in atmospheric black metal. Rooted in depressive black metal.
What makes Sjukdom by Lifelover notable?
'Sjukdom' received attention for its raw emotional depth and has since been recognized as a significant entry in the depressive black metal genre. It helped to further establish Lifelover's influence on subsequent artists within the scene, particularly those interested in blending extreme metal with more melodic elements. Released in 2011, 'Sjukdom' was Lifelover's fourth studio album, following their divisive work 'Dekadens'. By this time, the band had solidified their unique sound, intertwining elements of depressive black metal with post-punk influences, marking a continued exploration of themes around mental illness and existential despair.
Who is Sjukdom for?
Sjukdom works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on Sjukdom?
Sjukdom has 14 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Svart galla 4:28
- 2 Led by Misfortune 3:07
- 3 Expandera 3:49
- 4 Homicidal Tendencies Standout 1:43
- 5 Resignation 3:36
- 6 Doften av tomhet Standout 5:03
- 7 Totus anctus 3:50
- 8 Horans hora 6:18
- 9 Bitterljuv kakofoni Standout 4:14
- 10 Becksvart frustration 4:28
- 11 Nedvaknande 2:50
- 12 Instrumental Asylum 4:52
- 13 Utdrag 3:16
- 14 Karma 4:30
Release Date
January 1, 2011
Artist Origin
Sweden
Runtime
56 min 9 sec
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