A Crimson Cosmos

by Lake of Tears

Overview

Sometimes heavier, and generally more traditionally structured, Lake of Tears' third Black Mark release A Crimson Cosmos, turned out to be the band's breakout recording. In Europe (where the Lake of Tears brand of dour but traditional metal never fell completely out of favor), critics and fans finally began giving some respect to the group and their rapidly improving sound. Songs like "Raistlin and the Rose" and "Cosmic Weed" are some of the most musically satisfying efforts from the band. But strange numbers like the curious and hokey "Lady Rosenred" and other singalongs, like "Devil's Diner," almost go too far. After starting out with a debut marked by its aimlessness, the turnaround of Crimson Cosmos -- released just four years later -- is profound for sure, but not always comfortable. A continued improvement on the Lake of Tears sound, this 1997 release signified the beginning of a new musical chapter for the band that while imperfect, represented real improvement as well. ~ Vincent Jeffries

Product Details

Release Date:	01/17/2025
Label:	The Circle Music
UPC:	0634240287015

Tracks

1. Boogie Bubble
2. Cosmic Weed
3. When My Sun Comes Down
4. Devil's Diner
5. The Four Strings of Mourning
6. To Die Is to Wake
7. Lady Rosenred
8. Raistlin And the Rose
9. A Crimson Cosmos

Album Credits

Performance Credits

Lake of Tears   Primary Artist
Magnus Sahlgren   Guitar
Pelle Hogbring   Keyboards
Johan Oudhuis   Drums
Mikael Larsson   Bass
Jennie Tebler   Vocals
Ronny Lahti   Keyboards,Guitar
Daniel Brennare   Guitar,Vocals

Technical Credits

Lake of Tears   Producer
Kristian Wahlin   Layout Coordinator,Layout Design,Artwork
Magnus Sahlgren   Composer
M. Kumpe   Design Supervisor,Typography,Artwork
Boerje Forsberg   Executive Producer
Lake Of Fears   Layout Design,Producer
Ronny Lahti   Producer,Engineer
Daniel Brennare   Composer