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 01. Hagalaz' Runedance "The dawning" 02. Empyrium "Die Schwäne im Schilf" 03. Orplid "Stille" 04. Hekate "L 'ivresse" 05. Tenhi "Niin auer hiljaa vie" 06. Of The Wand And The Moon "S¢l ek sá (New Version)" 07. Scivias "Momotaro" 08. Waldteufel "Von Saat und Ernte" 09. Forseti "Jenzig II" 10. Spiritual Front "We could fail again" 11. Dies Natalis "Ein Wanderer also am Ende seiner Reise"
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Liedschatz-wave Gotik Treffen In Leipzig |
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| Description: | Lichttaufe Der Folklore by Various, released 12 February 2004, includes the following tracks: "Orplid - Stille (unreleased)", "Tenhi - Niin Auer Hiljaa Vie (unreleased)", "Scivias - Momotaro (unreleased)", "Forseti - Jenzig Ii ( Unreleased)" and more.
This version of Lichttaufe Der Folklore comes as a 1xCD. - LIEDSCHATZ-WAVE GOTIK TREFFEN IN LEIPZIGNot mentioned on the release but this is actually #1 in the shortlived Lichttaufe series
Released in honour of the Wave Gothic Treffen festival in Leipzig (June 2000). Auerbach label/cat# do not appear on release, but were added retroactively by Prophecy.
Sources of tracks:
1 = from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/321797]Volven CD[/url]/[url=http://www.discogs.com/release/347589]LP[/url]
2 = from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/230675]On The Brink Of Eternity compilation CD[/url]
3 = exclusive demo version of the track from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/321789]Nächtliche Jünger CD[/url]
4 = from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/365711]Sonnentanz LP[/url]
5 = recorded in 1998, this track was supposed to appear on the Kauan album but was left off
6 = new version with guitars of the songs from [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/302827]Nighttime Nightrhymes CD[/url]; the lyrics were adapted from the poem "Sólarljód" (Sunsong)
7 = previously unreleased
8 = from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/238627]Heimliches Deutschland CD[/url]
9 = previously unreleased
10 = from the [url=http://www.discogs.com/release/309053]Nihilist Cocktails For Calypso Inferno CD[/url]
11 = from the Eine Wanderer Also Am Ende Seiner Reise cassette (limited to 66 copies)
Comes with 12-page booklet.
"Folklore Liedschatz Wave Gotik" is a CD compilation that explores the darker, folkloric side of alternative music, bringing together a carefully curated selection of tracks from the broader wave and gothic spectrum. Rather than focusing on a single band, this release presents a musical journey through different moods and textures: from ritual-like folk elements and melancholic melodies to atmospheric wave sounds and more austere gothic tones. The emphasis lies on storytelling through sound--traditional or tradition-inspired motifs are interwoven with modern, often somber arrangements that evoke images of old legends, forgotten rites, and mystical landscapes. This makes the CD ideal for listeners who appreciate both the intimacy of folk influences and the depth and introspection that characterize gothic and wave music.
Stylistically, the compilation moves between neofolk-tinged ballads, slow-burning wave tracks, and more experimental, mood-driven pieces. The selection appears designed less as a mere assortment of songs and more as a cohesive listening experience, where each track adds another aspect to a shared "folklore treasury" of sound. It can work as a contemplative album for focused listening, but also as a darkly atmospheric soundtrack for reading, creative work, or gatherings with a penchant for gothic aesthetics. Listeners discovering this kind of music for the first time gain a broad, stylistically diverse overview; long-time fans can enjoy the contrasting yet complementary mood shifts across the tracklist.
The CD format underlines the idea of a collectible item: a physical artifact suited to shelves of gothic, dark-folk, or wave enthusiasts who value tangible releases and often elaborate artwork. While concrete details about the booklet or packaging are not specified, such compilations typically aim to visually mirror the themes they explore sonically--folkloric, archaic, and nocturnal imagery is likely central to the presentation. In sum, "Folklore Liedschatz Wave Gotik" functions as both an introduction to and a deepening of the folkloric side of wave/goth culture, bridging traditional inspirations with contemporary, darkly atmospheric music.
Prophecy, the manufacturer, is known for a strong focus on atmospheric, often genre-crossing releases in the broader dark, folk, and avant-garde spectrum. Instead of chasing short-lived trends, the label's profile tends to emphasize mood, artistic vision, and long-term collectability. Prophecy releases are frequently associated with carefully curated rosters and thoughtfully assembled compilations that help define and document specific scenes, aesthetics, or subgenres. Their involvement generally signals a commitment to quality and a clear artistic concept--attributes that fit well with a thematic compilation centered on wave, gothic, and folkloric soundscapes. |
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PRO 030 |
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