Silentium

The Profile

Silentium are a Finnish gothic/symphonic metal band formed in 1995. Their discography includes Infinita Plango Vulnera, Altum, Sufferion - Hamartia of Prudence, Seducia, and Amortean, noted for the interplay of female and male vocals, prominent violin/piano passages, and a melancholic, romantic aesthetic.

Formed in 1995 (Finland); released Altum via Spikefarm Records (2001); vocalists across eras include Tiina Lehvonen, Tanya Kemppainen, and Riina Rinkinen; bassist Matti Aikio handled male vocals; arrangements have featured violin and piano.

Three DeBaser reviews map Silentium’s journey from doom-tinged, violin-laced grandeur (Altum) to the divisive symphonic tilt of Seducia, and the revitalized focus on Riina Rinkinen’s voice in Amortean. The band’s Finnish roots and Spikefarm-era releases frame the discourse. Overall tone: appreciative, with sharp criticism of certain vocal choices.