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Tristania

Musical Group

Tristania are a Norwegian gothic metal band formed in 1996, noted for the contrast between a soprano female voice and harsh male vocals and for several influential late-1990s/2000s albums.

Formed in 1996 (Stavanger, Norway). Early works established a female-soprano vs male-growl template; Morten Veland was an early main composer and left around 2000 (noted in the reviews). Vibeke Stene served as the prominent soprano and departed the band after Illumination (reviews report her decision to focus on studies and teaching in 2007). Violinist Pete Johansen is noted in reviews as a recurring guest on early albums.

Tristania are presented in these reviews as a seminal Norwegian gothic metal band, praised especially for Widow's Weeds and Beyond the Veil. Vibeke Stene's soprano and the interplay with harsh male vocals receive consistent acclaim. Reviewers note stylistic evolution across albums and lineup changes (Morten Veland's departure, Vibeke Stene's later exit). The overall critical stance is appreciative and often reverent.

For:Fans of gothic/symphonic metal, listeners interested in female-fronted metal, and music critics.

 it is the definitive summary of everything that concerns Female-Fronted Gothic Metal.

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 that album is and will forever be the Bible of Gothic Metal

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 This is an album that essentially lives off two different souls, which often remain separate, but when they come into contact, they explode, creating the best moments of the entire ensemble.

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 ensnared even the divine and unparalleled Vibeke Stene, who was the main model for many singers

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