Comparison Quote by Anthony Fantano
“Jesu's walls of distortion are uplifting in comparison to those of its doom-driven contemporaries. The band's 2009 album 'Infinity' has its bleak moments, but that album's single 49-minute song resolves into something inspirational and grandiose by the time it's over.”
About This Quote
Source Album Review: Infinity by Jesu, 2009
The reviewer notes that despite the album’s overall bleak tone, its long track builds toward an uplifting, grand finale, highlighting contrast between doom and hope.
In simple terms: A long song ends on a hopeful note despite darkness.
Look for moments of hope in dark art.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- listening to the track
- analyzing album themes
- comparing to other doom albums
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a hopeful ending affect a listener’s experience?
- Can darkness and hope coexist in music?
The description may overstate the positivity for fans of the genre.