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Disc 01 01. "The moor"
Disc 02 01. "Godhead's lament" 02. "Benighted"
Disc 03 01. "Moonlapse vertigo" 02. "Face of Melinda"
Disc 04 01. "Serenity painted death" 02. "White Cluster"
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Number of discs: |
2 |
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Description: | 1999 album reissued, Opeth's fourth studio album, the enigmatic 'Still Life' is an ambitious concept album focusing on a tale of forbidden love in dangerous times. Featuring the extraordinary voice and poetic lyrics of Mikael Akerfeldt, 'Still Life's moods range from brutal passages of extreme Metal to predominantly acoustic moments of breathtaking beauty.This limited double picture disc vinyl edition is presented in a gatefold sleeve featuring the reworked artwork by original designer Travis Smith. - 2LP GATEFOLD SLEEVE - 180 GRAMS2012 reissue. Same as the 2010, but without the 18-page booklet. Parts of the booklet were worked into the inner art of the gatefold and the printed sleeves.
Sides A, B, C and D are listed on the release (record labels and back of album cover) as Sides 1, 2, 3 and 4 respectively.
Back cover imprint: Made in Germany (The 2010 version mentions the UK).
Recorded at Maestro Musik and Fredman Studios between the 15th of April and the 29th of May, 1999.
? 2010 Peaceville Records © 2008 Peaceville Records"Still Life" is a landmark album by the Swedish progressive metal band Opeth, released in LP format by Peaceville Records. Originally launched in 1999, "Still Life" stands as one of Opeth's most acclaimed works, blending elements of death metal, progressive rock, and acoustic passages into a unique sonic journey. The concept album tells an intricate story of love and exile set against a backdrop of religious persecution. With Mikael Åkerfeldt?s dynamic vocals and complex songwriting at its core, tracks like "The Moor," "Godhead's Lament," and "Face of Melinda" have become fan favorites. Opeth has achieved international recognition for their genre-defying soundscapes and technical prowess; albums such as "Blackwater Park" and "Ghost Reveries" further cemented their status among the elite in modern metal music. Peaceville Records is renowned for supporting innovative artists within the metal scene since the late 1980s, releasing influential records from acts like My Dying Bride, Katatonia, and Anathema. |
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No. of tracks: |
7 |
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Manufacturer No.: |
1080781PEV |
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