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Delirium
Metal · 2016

Delirium

Lacuna Coil

Lacuna Coil's eighth studio album, 'Delirium,' sees the Italian gothic metal pioneers embrace a heavier, more aggressive sound while retaining their signature dual vocal attack. Recorded entirely in M

April 22, 2016 · Valhall Music

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'Delirium' is a plunge into the darker corners of the psyche, a sonic journey through tension, defiance, and a raw, cathartic power. It's the sound of a band re-energized, delivering crushing guitar riffs and a relentless rhythmic drive, all elevated by the iconic interplay of Cristina Scabbia's ethereal alto and Andrea Ferro's guttural snarls. This album feels like a midnight stroll through a haunted cityscape, where beauty and brutality coexist, leaving you both unsettled and invigorated. Own it for its potent blend of gothic atmosphere and modern metal aggression, a testament to Lacuna Coil's enduring evolution.

Moments Worth Listening For
The dramatic shift in 'The House of Shame' where Cristina Scabbia's soaring alto cuts through Andrea Ferro's guttural growls, creating a powerful vocal dynamic.
The driving, almost industrial-tinged guitar riff that anchors 'Broken Things,' showcasing the album's heavier direction.
The unexpected melodic bridge in the title track 'Delirium,' where the synths swell to create a brief moment of eerie beauty before returning to the aggressive core.
The percussive breakdown in 'Ghost in the Mist' that builds tension before a crushing final chorus.
Where This Album DepartsEach spoke is a trait. The orange shape shows where this album pulls away from — or holds to — the rest of the artist’s catalogue. Tap for more.

How does Delirium sound next to the rest of Lacuna Coil's catalogue?

Alto+3.0σ

The vocals lean far further into alto than the rest of the catalogue.

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