DARK TRANQUILLITY - Moment · BLACK 2LP

Black double vinyl in gatefold sleeve with album on CD.

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More about 'Moment'

Swedish melodic death metal legends Dark Tranquillity return with "Moment", their twelfth studio album that showcases the band's continued evolution while staying true to their melodic death metal roots. The album finds the Gothenburg pioneers exploring deeper emotional territories, with Mikael Stanne's distinctive growls weaving through intricate guitar work that balances aggression with haunting melodies. Tracks like "Phantom Days" and "Identical to None" demonstrate the band's ability to craft memorable hooks without sacrificing their trademark intensity, while the atmospheric elements add layers of complexity that reward repeated listening.

The production on "Moment" strikes an impressive balance between clarity and heaviness, allowing each instrument to breathe while maintaining the crushing impact that defines modern melodic death metal. Martin Brändström's keyboard arrangements complement the guitar work beautifully, creating atmospheric backdrops that enhance rather than overshadow the core sound. The rhythm section provides a solid foundation for the band's most cohesive work in years, with songs that flow seamlessly from brutal passages to more contemplative moments.

For fans of: In Flames, At the Gates, Insomnium, Omnium Gatherum and Be'lakor

Track listing

A1. Phantom Days
A2. Transient
A3. Identical to None
A4. The Dark Unbroken
A5. Remain in the Unknown
B1. Standstill
B2. Ego Deception
B3. A Drawn Out Exit
B4. Eyes of the World
B5. Failstate
B6. Empires Lost to Time
B7. In Truth Divided

Manufacturer: Century Media Records GmbH, Schäferstr. 33a, 44147 Dortmund, Germany, Contact: www.centurymedia.com