HIM - Tears On Tape · DIGIPAK CD

Digipak CD.

Background information about 'Tears On Tape'

"Tears On Tape" by HIM is a distinctive album that exquisitely balances gothic rock aesthetics with powerful melodic undercurrents. The album showcases the band’s artistic evolution, blending poignant lyrics and robust instrumentals, crafted under the production expertise of Hiili Hiilesmaa. The sonic landscape is enriched by Tim Palmer’s mixing and Ted Jensen’s mastering, resulting in a polished yet emotive sound profile. Tracks like "Unleash the Red" and "Tears On Tape" highlight the band's enduring signature of dark romance fused with rock intensity.

This reissue, featuring a limited edition lenticular cover, revives the passionate atmosphere of the original work with enhanced sonics and presentation. The art and layout, deftly handled by Daniel P. Carter and Rami Mursula respectively, complement the album's brooding themes. Pieces such as "All Lips Go Blue" and "Love Without Tears" reflect the band’s commitment to blending gothic moodiness with accessible rock, making the album both a collector’s object and a standout work in the gothic rock genre.

For fans of:
The 69 Eyes, Type O Negative, Paradise Lost, Alice in Chains, Anathema

Track listing

1. Unleash the Red
2. All Lips Go Blue
3. Love Without Tears
4. I Will Be The End Of You
5. Tears On Tape
6. Into The Night
7. Hearts At War
8. Trapped In Autumn
9. No Love
10. Drawn & Quartered
11. Lucifer's Chorale
12. W.L.S.T.D.
13. Kiss The Void

Manufacturer: Universal Music GmbH, Mühlenstraße 25, 10243 Berlin, Germany, Contact: umusic.com