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Cold by Lycia
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fave it Goth | Post-Rock/Experimental
9 tracks | 57 minutes
Released Aug 2007
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 07:35 Frozen lyrics BUY MP3 07:35 Frozen lyrics "GIFT MP3" 07:35 Frozen
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:28 Bare lyrics BUY MP3 05:28 Bare lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:28 Bare
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- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 06:07 Snowdrop lyrics BUY MP3 06:07 Snowdrop lyrics "GIFT MP3" 06:07 Snowdrop
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 07:26 Drifting lyrics BUY MP3 07:26 Drifting lyrics "GIFT MP3" 07:26 Drifting
- sample lyrics "DOWNLOAD" 05:05 December lyrics BUY MP3 05:05 December lyrics "GIFT MP3" 05:05 December
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Darkwave classic of atmospheric guitars & drum machines now re-mastered by frontman Mike VanPortfleet.
Editorial review
On a creative roll, Lycia followed up their lengthy Burning Circle with a full new album the next year. Surprisingly and happily, Cold is no mere rehash of the previous collection, but another significant step forward in the trio's continuing sonic evolution. Two trends started on Burning Circle do play significant roles here - the further integration of Vanflower's singing, to the point where she performs on a full half of the album's songs, and the increasing role of electronics rather than guitars in providing the musical base for much of the material. "Snowdrop," literally the album's centerpiece, demonstrates both factors in full effect, as Vanflower delivers a particularly lovely performance over the keyboard-heavy song. It should also be noted that Vanflower brings a distinctly quirky edge to her lyrics, sung straight but at times sneaking in some sly humor - it makes for a nice contrast! The general theme of the album, as the title indicates, focuses on the chillier side of desolation physical and emotional both, thus song titles like "Frozen," "Bare," "Colder," "December" and so forth. If it's a concept album, however, it's no more or less so than the band's previous records in the sense of creating and maintaining an all-encompassing mood. Definite highlights include the various duets between Vanportfleet and Vanflower, notably "Bare" and "Drifting," which rides on a gentle guitar chord and Vanflower's singing of the chorus at the end - quite nice to hear. Another perfect Lycia moment: the gentle start to "December," which then fades before returning on a portentous piano figure. Simply put, another fine record from Vanportfleet and company. ~ Ned Raggett, All Music Guide
Bio / Background
Cold is probably Lycia’s most fully realized & popular release. Alternative Press even recognized it as one of the top ten Goth related albums of all time. It marked the best integration of the skills of Lycia as the trio of David Galas, Tara Vanflower, & Mike VanPortfleet gelled together after a road tour & moving into the same household.
The inspiration to both the lyrics & overall sound of Cold was the band’s move from Phoenix, Arizona to northern Ohio. The change from the desert to a snow covered landscape resulted in a sound that was more frigid, sparse, & crystalline than previous releases. A return to their soundscape roots after the more song oriented The Burning Circle And Then Dust.
Despite being one of Lycia’s more atmospheric works, Cold became a big hit amongst the black metal & space rock crowds expanding their fan base greatly.
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