The debut album from Tristania, released in 1997, is a foundational work in gothic doom metal, characterized by its operatic female vocals, harsh male vocals, and dark, atmospheric soundscapes. It established the band's signature style and remains a landmark release in the genre.
- The album was recorded at Soundsuite Studio in Norway.
- It was produced by the band alongside Eirik "Pytten" Hundvin.
- The album was released on Napalm Records, a label known for its focus on extreme and gothic metal.
Tristania is a Norwegian band formed in 1996, known for pioneering the gothic metal subgenre known as "gothic-doom" or "beauty and the beast" metal. They were among the first bands to incorporate operatic female vocals alongside harsh male growls, a style that would influence many subsequent metal bands.
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