Almost a Dance

The Gathering

Almost a Dance

RELEASED: January 01, 1993
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
Track Listing
1. On a Wave 5:48 2. The Blue Vessel 6:03 3. Her Last Flight 8:44 4. The Sky People 4:25 5. Nobody Dares 3:27 6. Like Fountains 7:40 7. Proof 6:13 8. Heartbeat Amplifier 4:52 9. A Passage to Desire 6:42
Historical Archive
Almost a Dance is the second studio album by Dutch band The Gathering, released in 1993. The album showcases a blend of gothic rock and atmospheric metal, characterized by ethereal vocals and a rich soundscape. It marks a transition in the band's style, moving towards a more melodic and experimental approach. The album is noted for its introspective lyrics and the haunting voice of lead singer Anneke van Giersbergen, which became a defining feature of the band's sound. Almost a Dance has been influential in the evolution of the atmospheric metal genre and is regarded as a classic in the band's discography.