DEVIL DOLL

5th album from 1995 by Italian-Slovenian DEVIL DOLL and one of the most ambitious works ever conceived by the mysterious Mr. Doctor. "Dies Irae" unfolds as a single composition divided into multiple sections, seamlessly blending Progressive Rock, Classical Music, Dark Wave, cinematic soundscapes and theatrical arrangements into a truly unique listening experience. The inclusion of the Slovenian Philharmonic Orchestra and the Gloria Chorus gives the album remarkable orchestral depth.

One of the album's greatest achievements is its ability to sustain an eerie and immersive atmosphere throughout its entire running time, constantly shifting between delicate passages and moments of overwhelming dramatic intensity. Rather than functioning as a conventional album, "Dies Irae" stands as a complete conceptual work that has deservedly earned cult status among admirers of avant-garde and experimental music.

Recommended for fans of: UNIVERS ZERO, ART ZOYD, GOBLIN, ANGE, PRESENT.