Paradise Lost - Host (1999)
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Dark synth rock
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Dark synth rock
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| “ | Wikipedia: Paradise Lost are a metal band formed in 1987 in Halifax, England. They are considered (along with Anathema & My Dying Bride) as one of the bands responsible for creating the death/doom genre and later the gothic metal genre as well. While less so in their home country, they have been extremely popular in mainland Europe for many years, especially in Greece and Germany, where they are regarded as mainstream rock stars. Paradise Lost's line-up has remained remarkably consistent for a long-standing heavy metal band, consisting of singer Holmes, guitarists Greg Mackintosh and Aaron Aedy, and bassist Steve Edmondson. Holmes and Mackintosh are the principal composers, with almost all of the band's songs credited solely to them. Only the band's drumming position has changed, with original sticks man Matthew Archer leaving in 1994 to be replaced by ex-Marshall Law drummer Lee Morris. In March 2004, Morris also left the band. Drummer Jeff Singer took Morris' place and has played on all subsequent releases, though he was not listed as a permanent member of the band until the release of single The Enemy in 2007. In a recent video interview, Mackintosh and Holmes revealed that Singer already auditioned for the band when Archer left, but they chose Morris instead because "[Jeff] had a pink drumkit". Along with countrymates Anathema and My Dying Bride, Paradise Lost are credited for creating the subgenre known as Death/Doom Metal and released 3 full-lengths that fall under this genre - Lost Paradise (1990) and Gothic (1991); Their debut was not so well accepted but the next album, Gothic, was one of the most influential albums within the scene. In the seminal albums Shades of God (1992), Icon (1993) and Draconian Times (1995), Paradise Lost acquired a more melodic, goth rock inspired sound and as such, became known as godfathers and many people still consider them as true inventors of the gothic metal subgenre. With the changing of the music style, the vocalist Nick Holmes also changed his singing style. He used a death grunt-style of singing on the band's first three albums; however, upon the release of Icon, he refined his voice to a cleaner tone. The band have confounded fans and critics alike with their perpetual taste for reinvention and experimentation, a desire to work with producers from other musical genres, and an oft-stated refusal to repeat themselves for fear of stagnation. On the album One Second (1997), which was distributed by hip hop label Jive Records, the band experimented with Depeche Mode-styled synth pop and electronica while, to an extent, maintaining a metallic edge. Although the band changed their style, the album was highly regarded by most critics and gave the group significant exposure in North America. Despite criticism from traditionalists, this bold approach garnered them many new fans along the way, and also cemented the loyalty of diehard fans. Paradise Lost continued this experiment and expanded upon their new sound with the next two albums Host (1999) and Believe in Nothing (2001). In 2002, however; their metallic roots resurfaced with the release of Symbol of Life. | ” |
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Tracklisting:
1. So Much is Lost
2. Nothing Sacred
3. In All Honesty
4. Harbour
5. Ordinary Days
6. It's Too Late
7. Permanent Solution
8. Behind the Grey
9. Wreck
10. Made the Same
11. Deep
12. Year of Summer
13. Host
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| “ | goldlyrics: "Host" is Paradise Lost's most unique album and is the one that would've split the fan community for good. This is not a metal record. In fact, I don't really know what kind of music this is. On first listen it sounded to me as if Paradise Lost had invented a completely new musical style overnight. It is rocky, guitars are still ever-present, although disguised by effects. There are many musical layers on this album, many one would not believe is actually a guitar. The drums are slow and effective. Lee relaxed on this album it seems. Greg's use of keyboards adds a beautiful, colourful atmosphere to the songs. Steve's bass is channeled through effects on different songs, producing a peculiar sound. It sounds particularly brilliant on "Year of Summer" and "Host". Nick's voice is excellent. On this album he has chosen to sing all the way through, and it suits extremely well. On first listen of "Host" I was stunned by the emotion Paradise Lost had created with their new musical style. I've heard many people refer to this album as "pop", how comical. "Pop" music has never been miserable. "Host" is very downbeat indeed, which is characteristic of Paradise Lost. Songs like "Harbour" and "Wreck", two of my favourites, are examples of just how low the mood can go. "Its too late" also demonstrates this. More energetic songs like "Permanent Solution" and "Behind the Grey" possess hard rock elements in the form of this new found sound. The vocals on the latter I find particulary impressive. The atmosphere on this album is incredible. "So much is Lost" (the classic opener), "Ordinary Days" and the closer "Host" best demonstrate this. "Host" is a lengthy song full of low keyboards, a pounding bass riff during the chorus, an anthemic vocal line also during the chorus and a slow guitar solo. A string section also adds enormously to the drama of this song. "Host" is definately my favourite song this album, it is one of the best songs Paradise Lost have ever written. such an incredible way to finish an album. "Nothing Sacred" has great use of strange keyboard effects and a nice, smooth structure. It is one of the albums rather more disturbing songs along with "Deep", another heavily atmospheric song and "In all Honesty". "Made the Same" is one of the rockier songs on the album, suitably positioned near the end of the album. This is one of the greatest albums of all time. It is Paradise Lost's most indulgent piece of work, and one very personal to Nick Holmes as it was written around a sad event in his life. Unique, dark, genuis. | ” |
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