Type O Negative – Dead Again (2LP) – White Vinyl

Album Info Hide Show Artist: Type O Negative Album: Dead Again Released: Europe, 10 Nov 2023 Tracklist: A1 Dead Again A2 tripping A Blind Man A3 The Profit Of Doom Electronics [Riyaz Box] – Paul Bento Tambura – Paul Bento B1 September Sun B2 Halloween In Heaven Vocals [Additional] – Tara Van Flower C1 These Three Things C2 She Burned Me Down D1 Some Stupid Tomorrow D2 An Ode To Locksmiths D3 Hail And Farewell To Britain Related Content: Info About Buying Vinyl From Our Record Store We are a small independent record store located at 211 High St, Preston in Melbourne, Australia (North of Northcote, between Thornbury & Reservoir) We buy and sell new and used vinyl records – if you have a collection you’d like to sell please click here . We ship Australia wide for a flat rate of $10 for standard shipping or $15 for express post. Free Shipping for orders $150 and over. You can also pick up your order in store, just select Local Pickup at the checkout. 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If the record arrives damaged or doesn’t arrive we will cover the cost of replacing or returning the record. If you change your mind you have 30 days to return your record but you must cover the cost of returning it to the store. You can contact our Melbourne record shop at (03) 9939 3807 or at [email protected] Happy Listening! Description Hide Show “Dead Again,” released in 2007, is the seventh and final studio album by Brooklyn-based gothic metal band Type O Negative. This album arrived after a four-year hiatus since their previous release, “Life is Killing Me,” and would ultimately become their last due to the untimely passing of lead vocalist and bassist Peter Steele in 2010. “Dead Again” showcases the band’s signature blend of doom metal, gothic rock, and dark humor, while also delving into more personal and introspective themes, reflecting Steele’s struggles with addiction and existential questions. The album opens with the title track, “Dead Again,” a high-energy number that contrasts with much of Type O Negative’s slower, doom-laden catalog. The song’s driving guitar riffs, combined with Steele’s distinctive deep vocals, set a compelling tone for the album, blending the band’s dark aesthetic with a sense of urgency and vitality. One of the central pieces of the album, “These Three Things,” is an epic nearly 15 minutes long that addresses the issue of abortion from a deeply personal perspective. The track showcases the band’s ability to weave complex narratives within their music, using a mix of heavy riffs, atmospheric keyboards, and Steele’s brooding vocals to create a powerful and emotionally charged composition. The production on “Dead Again” maintains the band’s lush, layered sound, with keyboardist Josh Silver’s arrangements providing a rich backdrop to the guitar work of Kenny Hickey and Steele’s bass lines. The album’s sound is dense and immersive, with the band’s use of dynamics and tempo shifts adding to the overall dramatic effect of the music. Lyrically, “Dead Again” is perhaps one of Type O Negative’s most introspective works, with Steele exploring themes of mortality, redemption, and the search for meaning in a world marked by loss and despair. Tracks like “An Ode to Locksmiths” and “Halloween in Heaven” display Steele’s dark wit and ability to address heavy themes with a unique blend of seriousness and sarcasm. “The Profit of Doom” is another highlight, a slow-building track that epitomizes the band’s gothic doom style. The song’s melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics showcase Steele’s songwriting at its most reflective, addressing themes of prophecy and doom with an almost prophetic tone, given the album’s place as the band’s final work. “Dead Again” concludes with “Hail and Farewell to Britain,” a track that combines the band’s trademark humor with a sense of finality. The song’s narrative, infused with references to British culture and history, serves as a fitting end to the album, encapsulating the band’s penchant for blending the macabre with the mundane. Critically, “Dead Again” was well-received, with many praising the band’s return to a heavier, more aggressive sound while maintaining the gothic and doom elements that defined their previous work. The album is often noted for its raw energy and emotional depth, showcasing a band that, even in its final chapter, continued to push the boundaries of its genre. In retrospect, “Dead Again” stands as a powerful epitaph for Type O Negative and Peter Steele. It encapsulates the band’s unique blend of gothic melancholy, metal aggression, and dark humor, while also offering a glimpse into the personal struggles and reflections of its lead songwriter. The album remains a poignant reminder of the band’s legacy and the indelible mark they left on the gothic metal scene. 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