The Stargate
Mortiis · 1999
59 min · 8 tracks · dark ambient · dungeon synth
A sprawling dark ambient journey that evokes haunting landscapes and ethereal soundscapes steeped in mystical narrative.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions gradual builds and payoffs atmospheric background focus
- Context
- Released in 1999, 'The Stargate' marked Mortiis's transition from his early work as a black metal musician to exploring dark ambient and dungeon synth. This album followed the successful 'Crypt of the Wizard' and solidified his identity as a solo artist, showcasing his distinct blend of atmospheric soundscapes and thematic storytelling.
- If you like
- dark ambient, dungeon synth
The Stargate is an album by Mortiis, released in 1999. A sprawling dark ambient journey that evokes haunting landscapes and ethereal soundscapes steeped in mystical narrative. The album is significant for its influence on the dark ambient genre, helping to shape a movement that combines fantasy with experimental music. It received critical acclaim for its immersive quality and has been cited as a reference point for future artists in the dungeon synth scene, establishing Mortiis as a key figure within this niche. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Stargate sound like?
A sprawling dark ambient journey that evokes haunting landscapes and ethereal soundscapes steeped in mystical narrative. Rooted in dark ambient and dungeon synth.
What makes The Stargate by Mortiis notable?
The album is significant for its influence on the dark ambient genre, helping to shape a movement that combines fantasy with experimental music. It received critical acclaim for its immersive quality and has been cited as a reference point for future artists in the dungeon synth scene, establishing Mortiis as a key figure within this niche. Released in 1999, 'The Stargate' marked Mortiis's transition from his early work as a black metal musician to exploring dark ambient and dungeon synth. This album followed the successful 'Crypt of the Wizard' and solidified his identity as a solo artist, showcasing his distinct blend of atmospheric soundscapes and thematic storytelling.
Who is The Stargate for?
The Stargate works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, gradual builds and payoffs and atmospheric background focus.
How many songs are on The Stargate?
The Stargate has 8 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Child of Curiosity and the Old Man of Knowledge 5:33
- 2 I Am the World Standout 6:18
- 3 World Essence 5:58
- 4 Across the World of Wonders 6:42
- 5 (Passing by) An Old and Raped Village 5:09
- 6 Towards the Gate of Stars 7:45
- 7 Spirit of Conquest / The Warfare Standout 9:16
- 8 Army of Conquest / The Warfare (Ever Onwards) Standout 13:04
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
Norway
Runtime
59 min 48 sec
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