The
Hallowing
Autumn
Tears
Dark
Symphonies Productions
Web: http://www.darksymphonies.com/
Autumn Tears has been a highly successful
“gothic” band for some years, experimenting with both darkwave
and neoclassical elements in all their major releases. The Hallowing is quite a
change and is truly evocative and unique album, it has more in common with
classical or chamber music pieces and yet still embodies the dark, melancholic
vision that is uniquely Autumn Tears.
While The Hallowing
clearly draws inspiration from such traditional sources as Bach. Brahms. Hayden, Mahler and many others,
it is not in any way derivative. It is a textured and masterful release
offering a wide range of different compositions. While some of the tracks have
a certain “soundtrack” sound, others are more like Opera, certainly
Haus' vocals add a unique touch to the album.
"The Hallowing" employs fully
live authentic classical instrumentation including a live string section,
woodwinds, oboe, French horn and haunting, operatic vocals. In addition to the
band, there are a host of guest musicians adding French horn, oboe, violin,
viola, and harp, giving the ten songs here a healthy dose of classical flavor.
Originally planned to be strictly limited
to 1000 copies worldwide, the album sold out within three weeks and due to an
overwhelming demand, Dark Symphonies decided to officially re-release the album.
It is great to see this unique album
reach a wider audience, it is a delicate, melancholic and sophisticated release
which will have a pride of place in my personal library and I certainly
recommend you get a copy for yours as well !
Tracks:
01 Dies Irae
02 Keep me here
03 Spirit
04 A Joyless Occasion
05 Thrush and
Wake
06 Yearning for the Tide
07 The Funeral Bazaar
08 Canticle
09 The
10 The Hallowing