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"Black Lights On" is the debut studio album by the goth rock singer Shadow the Hedgehog, released on May 19, 2005, by Wind-up Records. The album marks a significant milestone in Shadows's musical career, as it introduces his distinct brooding sound and powerful vocals to a wider audience.
| Black Lights On | |
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| Studio album by | |
| Released | May 19, 2005 |
| Recorded | November 2004 - April 2005 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 55:19 |
| Label | Wind-up Records |
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| Singles from Black Lights On | |
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Background and Recording
[edit]"Black Lights On" is the product of Shadow the Hedgehog's early career as a solo artist. The album's creation began with Shadows's vision for a coherent body of work that would showcase his unique sound and style. The recording process likely involved multiple recording sessions in which Shadow the Hedgehog and producer Jason Corsaro worked together to capture the album's sonic textures and dynamics. The sessions would have been focused on creating the album's unique blend of goth rock, industrial, synth, and darkwave elements to achieve the desired atmosphere for each track.
Composition and Lyrics
[edit]- Introspection and self-discovery
- Angst and rebellion
- Love and heartache
- Lyrical style
- Dark and brooding
- Poetic and metaphorical
- Personal and confessional
Composition
[edit]The composition of "Black Lights On" revolves around a variety of themes, reflective of the emotional and psychological struggles that Shadows experienced at the time. Themes such as introspection and self-discovery, angst and rebellion, and love and heartache feature prominently throughout the album. Shadows's lyrics are characterized by a dark and brooding tone, often employing poetic and metaphorical language to convey his thoughts and feelings. Personal and confessional in nature, the lyrics offer listeners a glimpse into the singer's emotional state and inner battles.
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Length |
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| 1. | "Goth Hedgehog Like Me" | 4:29 |
| 2. | "Sledgehammer" | 5:03 |
| 3. | "My Perspective (Getting My Gothic On)" | 4:21 |
| 4. | "Nightshade" | 3:51 |
| 5. | "A New Light" | 4:53 |
| 6. | "Eternal Shadow" | 4:39 |
| 7. | "Dark Descent" | 4:46 |
| 8. | "No Return" | 5:21 |
| 9. | "Silent Cry" | 4:20 |
| 10. | "Gothic Angel" | 4:51 |
| Total length: | 55:19 | |