Veil Of Sorrow - Autumn Lustre

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Album Review: Autumn Lustre by Veil Of Sorrow Released in 1996, Autumn Lustre by Swedish band Veil Of Sorrow is a haunting dive into the darker corners of rock and metal. Tagged under Gothic Metal and Heavy Metal, this album feels like a cold, misty forest—both beautiful and unsettling. It’s raw, unpolished, and straight-up emotional, which makes it stand out even decades later. Released independently (Not On Label), the record carries an authenticity that screams passion over profit. Let’s talk tracks. “As The Silence Froze My Cry” hits hard right outta the gate. The title alone gives me chills, but what sticks with me is how seamlessly it blends crushing riffs with moments of fragile melody. You can almost feel the frost creeping up on you as the vocals shift between growls and clean tones. It's heavy without being overbearing, kinda like staring at a stormy sky—you’re drawn in despite yourself. Then there’s “Tears From The Sobel Sea.” This one lingers because of its atmosphere. The pacing feels deliberate, almost hypnotic, pulling you deeper into its melancholy world. The guitar work here has this mournful edge to it, like waves crashing against rocks in slow motion. And when the drums kick in? Damn, they hit like thunderclaps. Tracks like these remind you why Gothic Metal exists—to make beauty out of pain. The rest of the album follows suit: “Beyond The Darkest Sky” leans more aggressive, while “My Kingdom In Majestic Splendour” goes full-on epic, but honestly, it’s those first two tracks that I keep coming back to. They just have this way of sticking to your bones. Looking back, Autumn Lustre might not be perfect—it’s rough around the edges, production-wise—but maybe that’s part of its charm. It’s real, y’know? Like someone poured their soul into every note and didn’t care about smoothing things out for mass appeal. Here’s the kicker: listening to this album now feels oddly comforting. Maybe it’s because life itself often mirrors gothic metal—dark, heavy, yet strangely poetic. Or maybe I just need more coffee. Either way, if you’re into stuff that makes you think and bang your head, give Autumn Lustre a spin. Just don’t blame me if you end up lost in thought for hours afterward.

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Filename: veil-of-sorrow-autumn-lustre.zip
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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Tears From The Sobel Sea 4:01
As The Silence Froze My Cry 4:16
My Kingdom In Majestic Splendour 3:39
Beyond The Darkest Sky 4:41
The Dark Suffering 3:34

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Formats

Cassette

Notes

  • Demo #1; pro-printed tape & cover.
  • Recorded on 9th & 12th of September 1995 at FS Studio. Mixed 26th of September 1995.

About Veil Of Sorrow

A Swedish gothic/doom metal band who formed in 1995. After releasing a few demo tapes, an EP and a full-length album they eventually disbanded due to creative differences.

Members

  • Tomas Ljung
  • Tommy Mattsson
  • Stefan Renöfält
  • Damian Urban
  • Krille Nyman

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *Autumn Lustre* by Veil Of Sorrow is a hidden gem in the Gothic Metal scene. Released in 1996, it came out on a small independent label in Sweden. Tracks like *As The Silence Froze My Cry* and *Tears From The Sobel Sea* mix haunting melodies with heavy riffs. It's one of those albums that feels like a journey through dark, emotional landscapes. Not many people know about it, but fans of the genre often call it a masterpiece.