Elodia (album)

Elodia is a concept album by the Finnish symphonic metal band Sopor Aeternus & The Ensemble of Shadows, released in 1999. It is considered a cornerstone of the band's discography and a pivotal work in the darkwave and gothic metal genres. The album tells a tragic love story, expressed through a blend of operatic vocals, classical instrumentation, and elements of dark ambient and electronica. Anna-Varney Cantodea, the sole member of Sopor Aeternus, considered it a turning point, marking a significant shift in the band's sound and thematic focus towards more overtly romantic and emotionally vulnerable expressions. Elodia is characterized by its melancholic atmosphere, introspective lyrics dealing with themes of love, loss, and despair, and its complex musical arrangements.