Swallow the Sun’s album Shine showcases a shift toward a lighter, more accessible sound while staying true to their doom metal roots.
The album experiments with brighter melodies and electronic elements, especially in tracks like „Innocence Was Long Forgotten.“ However, the band still delivers their signature melancholic and heavy atmosphere in songs such as „Kold“ and „Under the Moon & Sun.“ The closing track, „Shining,“ ties the album together with a grand, atmospheric finish.
Shine may divide opinions but demonstrates the band’s willingness to explore new musical directions without losing their emotional core.
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