Sirenia – Riddles, Ruins & Revelations [2021]
Sirenia Riddles, Ruins & Revelations Track List
Riddles, Ruins & Revelations is the tenth studio album by Norwegian gothic metal band Sirenia was released on February 12, 2021 via Napalm Records. The first single, Addiction No.1, was presented to the public on December 8, 2020, along with a video clip. As an introduction to the album, it immediately demonstrates the direction in which Sirenia is creating its new epic, and is a demonstration of how modern melodies are harmoniously combined with classical symphonic music. Electronic vibrations merge with harsh riffs, and the catchy chorus takes the listener straight into the unique symphonic world of the four, topped by the outstanding vocals of Emmanuelle Zoldan. The second single, We Come to Ruins, was recorded on January 12, 2021, and is a stark contrast to the more modern songs on the record such as The Timeless Waning. All this reveals the multifaceted nature of the group. In Downwards Spiral, the band's soloist is assisted by the inimitable clear voice of Joakim Næss, who has already joined the group in previous releases. Sirenia's tenth album finishes with a cover version of 1986's Desireless hit Voyage Voyage, in which the quartet once again perfectly combines symphonic sound with electronic atmosphere.