Tragic Illusion 25
Paradise Lost · 2013
59 min · 14 tracks · doom metal · gothic metal · death-doom
A melancholic blend of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs that redefine gothic metal's emotional depth.
Tragic Illusion 25 is an album by Paradise Lost, released in 2013. A melancholic blend of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs that redefine gothic metal's emotional depth. This album is notable for its orchestral reimaginings of classic tracks, highlighting the band's influence on the doom and gothic metal scenes. The reception was positive, with critics noting its successful blending of melodic elements with heavy instrumentation, reinforcing Paradise Lost's pivotal role in shaping metal music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Tragic Illusion 25 sound like?
A melancholic blend of orchestral arrangements and heavy riffs that redefine gothic metal's emotional depth. Rooted in doom metal and gothic metal.
What makes Tragic Illusion 25 by Paradise Lost notable?
This album is notable for its orchestral reimaginings of classic tracks, highlighting the band's influence on the doom and gothic metal scenes. The reception was positive, with critics noting its successful blending of melodic elements with heavy instrumentation, reinforcing Paradise Lost's pivotal role in shaping metal music. Released in 2013, 'Tragic Illusion 25' marks Paradise Lost's return to form after a period of experimentation. Following their 2007 album 'In Requiem', this album serves as a retrospective celebrating their legacy while showcasing new interpretations of earlier works.
How many songs are on Tragic Illusion 25?
Tragic Illusion 25 has 14 tracks, running approximately 59 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Loneliness Remains Standout 4:56
- 2 Never Take Me Alive 4:42
- 3 Ending Through Changes 4:07
- 4 The Last Fallen Saviour 3:39
- 5 Last Regret (Lost in Prague orchestra mix) 4:19
- 6 Faith Divides Us – Death Unites Us (Lost in Prague orchestra mix) 4:16
- 7 Cardinal Zero 4:26
- 8 Back on Disaster 4:12
- 9 Sons of Perdition 4:11
- 10 Godless 2:15
- 11 Missing 4:27
- 12 Silent in Heart 3:21
- 13 Gothic 2013 Standout 5:13
- 14 Our Saviour 2013 5:28
Release Date
January 1, 2013
Artist Origin
United Kingdom
Runtime
59 min 32 sec
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