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Colours in the Dark

Limited Edition, Special Edition

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Tarja Format: Audio CD
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 424 ratings
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Following up on the success of the multi-platinum and gold awarded previous records My Winterstorm (2007) and What Lies Beneath (2010), Tarja finally returns with her long-awaited new rock album Colours In The Dark.

This strictly Limited Edition Box Set will satisfy every fan's needs as it includes, the new CD, with over 60 minutes of new music and a hardcover book CD format including a beautiful 40-page booklet full of pictures, a 60-page vinyl sized picture book, a rare t-shirt, two posters and a download code for even more musical pleasure.

Mixed and mastered by Tim Palmer in Austin, Texas (Pearl Jam, U2), the songs on Colours In The Dark do not shy away from taking a risk and surprising musical turns, introducing new sounds and new musical atmospheres. Still, they maintain a heaviness that will surely bring a big smile to the hardest of rockers. With its grand orchestra and choir arrangements, Tarja's next milestone emphasizes once again the impressive vocal range of the Finnish artist and shows her artistic growth.

Colours In The Dark is definitely going to be one of the brightest moments for rock in 2013.

Product details

  • Package Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.1 x 12.1 x 1.4 inches; 2.25 Pounds
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Eagle Rock Ent
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ June 29, 2013
  • Label ‏ : ‎ Eagle Rock Ent
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00DPH7PYE
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 424 ratings

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Jessica Clingempeel
5.0 out of 5 stars The Best of Tarja
Reviewed in the United States on August 19, 2014
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A review I did for my webzine and decided to share it here to help persuade people to buy this wonderful album.

he most anticipating album of Tarja's has finally released and this is by far her greatest yet. With each new album Tarja shows that she is growing and she is getting comfortable with her writing. Colours in the Dark is an album of many varieties. Fans of all genres can gain something. There is nothing to hate, at least I don't think so.

The album contains 10 tracks, plus some bonuses depending on the edition you buy, including 'Into the Sun' which was introduced to us in her live DVD, 'Act 1'. Those who do not find this album to be a masterpiece are obviously deaf and know no good music! (Just kidding, but seriously.)

The tracks that stand out, in my opinion, are '500 Letters', 'Lucid Dreamer', 'Mystique Voyage', 'Until Silence' 'Into the Sun', and 'Medusa'. Lets discuss three songs from this album. You can read our review of 'Victim of Ritual' single on our site.

'Mystique Voyage' is truly the most beautiful song of the album. This song was written in 3 different languages, plus French title, and tells us the story of Tarja's journeys. It creates a huge euphoric experience and it truly feels you have gone on the voyage with her.

"Welcome to my Mystique Voyage
An inner trip to fantasy, freedom and love
A conquest of fear, lonesomeness and dislike
Welcome to my world"

'Until Silence' hit me the hardest on a personal level. This is only my opinion of the song, but I felt it was a suicide note. I am not saying Tarja is suicidal, no, so please do not start worrying, but as a person who thinks of suicide a lot, I took it personally. Did she write this because she knows someone personally who has died of or attempted suicide? Maybe she wrote this in dedication to some of her fans who have felt this way. Whatever the reason it is a very somber song that tugs at the heart. I could be wrong and overanalyzing things, it happens. Razz

"Goodbye, I know my love will go on
I'll wait until the tears are gone
Goodbye, I know this love will go on
Until the silence says goodbye"

'Darkness' is a cover song from Peter Gabriel. This is, by far, one of the best covers Tarja has done and I liked them all. When I first heard this cover I was like O.O WOW! I never heard Tarja use her voice this way and even then it sounds amazing! She truly made it her own without necessarily changing anything.

"I'm afraid of what I do not know
I hate being undermined
I'm afraid I can be devil man
And I'm scared to be divine
Don't mess with me my fuse is short
Beneath this skin these fragments caught"

If you have not bought this album yet, do so. You will not regret it. I cannot find any flaws in the songs. I only have one complaint, not a big one, and that is of the album cover. It took me some time to get use to it, but with the deluxe edition there is a slipcover that comes off revealing only the picture which I love more than with the paint all over. It is definately different from her first covers. Anyways, good job Tarja! This is one damn good album and I know we have many more to come from you. Wink

"I saw our memories die
Thought our dreams had lost their meaning
But dreams still in my heart
Are painting colours in the dark"

Overall Rating: 5/5
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Brian I. Katz
5.0 out of 5 stars WHAT AN INCREDIBLE VOICE !!! TARJA RULES
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2013
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I absolutely love this album.

As good as it is, the songs grow on you even more, the more you listen to it.

Her voice takes you for a ride on this album.

My favorite songs tend to change the more I listen to them.

For now, Victim Of Ritual, 500 Letters, Mystique Voyage and Until Silence are songs that I'm listening to over and over.....But, I love them all.

A must buy for Tarja fans.

My review was based on audio that I listened to from Youtube.
I just purchased the Mp3 album from Amazon and what a difference in audio quality.
This album is even more incredible.

Now I have to purchase the CD which will have even higher quality audio than Mp3.
If you love soaring voices, then do yourself a favor and purchase this amazing album.
( After writing a review before the Mp3 purchase, based on Youtube video uploads, and then purchasing the Mp3, I DID PURCHASE THE CD after writing this review. It should arrive in a day or so.) Can't wait !!!

As far as not liking an album or song(s) at first and then liking them later.
That's why hasty reviews should be ignored.

I love the super group U2.

When Achtung Baby was released in Nov 1991, I hated it. I was expecting something more like "Joshua Tree"
After a few listens I placed the CD back on the shelf. A few weeks later I decided to give it another try. "Achtung Baby" became one of my favorite albums ever. I ended up seeing 8 U2 concerts in 1992. They covered much of that new album too.

So, I would avoid hastily made bad reviews by customers or critics.

This album grows and grows on you. If you get a chance to view some Youtube videos of Tarja singing her new songs performed at the Olomouc Festival Oct. 18-20 2013, you'll love the absolute power of her voice and the songs. It's Tarja at her absolute best.
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FLA
5.0 out of 5 stars Great album; it ROCKS!!
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2013
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It took me a while to appreciate metal due to its vocals that sounded like a repetitive monster (there's too many like that). But I missed the soaring Rock of the ‘70s, and found my interest in this genre rekindled in “symphonic metal.” Tarja’s Colours is probably the best new rock-vocal album I've bought in the last 3 decades! Think of the talent of Roger Daltry, Ian Gillan, Phil Collins, or Robert Plant (except Tarja is female, of course). That's how exciting this band is, ... Tarja simply ROCKS!!! Every song on this album stands as a painted work of art (her earlier stuff is good too). Tarja’s music is rooted in metal, but is not limited by it. Every member of her band expertly plays in the well-composed productions. Check out Melkweg 2014 on youtube for a full concert. Leave it to women to revive the sleeping giant of Classic Rock (few women vocalists in the U.S. could compete). Bring this band to the U.S., soonest, 2014!!!!!! Tarja is definitely the Edith Piaf of Finland (in today's terms).
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Kindle Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars A great album
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 6, 2024
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A wonderful album by the amazing Tarja. I really like track 6, her version of Peter Gabriel's song, Darkness. Tarja does an amazing version of it. 10/10 indeed.
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Rubén Eduardo Ramírez Ibarra
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente
Reviewed in Mexico on March 3, 2019
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El producto llegó un día antes de lo planeado protegido correctamente y sin maltratarse.
En cuanto al álbum, es una maravilla.
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Giovanni
5.0 out of 5 stars bel album e bellissima edition
Reviewed in Italy on June 15, 2020
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non tutti i brani colpiscono ma quelli che lo fanno superano le aspettative.
l'edizione è bellissima al look&Feel
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BEEKS
5.0 out of 5 stars The Metal Goddess Delivers Symphonic Metal At Its Finest
Reviewed in Canada on October 4, 2013
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Prior to the release of a new album by one of your favourite artists have you ever read/listened to all the interviews, listened to all the song bites, and generally allowed all the hype surrounding it all to capture your imagination to the point that your expectations go through the stratosphere? That these expectations get so high that the artist has no hope of satisfying or meeting them? Yes. I didn’t think I was alone in this. So with a little trepidation I unwrapped the "Colours In The Dark" CD, slipped it into my Bose, turned the lights down, settled into my chair, put my feet up, closed my eyes and when I was perfectly comfortable pressed play….

Not only were my expectations met they were exceeded by far…So much so that I was rendered speechless. As the ocean of symphonic metal sounds of "Colours In The Dark" washed over me for the very first time I was taken on an unexpected journey of imagination and imagery. Even after listening to the album in various settings unlike the one I created the first time, I still find it difficult to find the right words to describe the trip it takes me on every time. Given the psychedelic nature of the cover, trip is the right word. Rather than attempt what is now the impossible I invite you to take your own personal trip that "Colours In The Dark" can take you on…..That’s right. "Colours In The Dark" is something that goes beyond just listening. It is to be EXPERIENCED (caps in lieu of italics).

The band’s instrumentals are heavier than they have ever been; the symphonic elements of orchestra and choir are bigger and bolder; and Tarja’s vocals are as magnificent and emotive as they've ever been. "Colours In The Dark" is a perfect blend of symphonic metal, mixed by Tim Palmer with Tarja by his side, and these elements are the vehicle to the journey that is limited only by your imagination. The album is more than a head tripper’s delight. You’ll rock! You’ll head bang! The wounds inflicted upon you by the world will be caressed and soothed away by Tarja’s beautiful harmonies and melodies. It is Tarja's finest vocal performance to date.

Daughter Naomi makes her international recording debut on two tracks on "Colours In The Dark". Apparently one day, ‘somewhere in the world’, she decided to give her vocals a try when the recording equipment was on. Naomi’s vocalizations can be heard on 'Lucid Dreamer' and on 'Mystique Voyage' Namu gets credit for being the seagull (heard in the background of the ocean waves at the end of the song).

I have personal favourites on the album including: the inspirational 'Victim Of Ritual'; the scary stalker of Tarja's past in '500 Letters'; the heavy but dreamy 'Lucid Dreamer' and 'Mystique Voyage' (sung in 4 languages); 'Medusa', the duet with Justin Furstenfeld; and the band/orchestra jam at the end of 'Deliverance' just rocks! I'm certain that you will discover your favourites, too.

My only real criticism of "Colours In The Dark" is that 'Into The Sun' was not included with the main album. I did not believe that the live version from "Act I" could be surpassed. I was wrong. I encourage getting the Special Edition for the download code for this beautifully arranged ballad.

Tarja Turunen has been on the cutting edge of musical innovation from the day she agreed to join a certain ‘mood music project’ at the end of 1996. "Colours In The Dark" in sound, arrangement, and message proclaims to the world that this continues. "Colours In The Dark" has pushed back the limits of Tarja’s musical vision of the fusion of classical and rock/metal music. It is symbolic of Tarja’s freedom from the restrictive formula or ritual of the past and reflects her growing confidence in herself and her music. Have no fear, Tarja the familiar is well represented on "Colours In The Dark". The many years of musical study in some of the finest musical academies in Europe and learning the practical side of the music business through recording and performing with Nightwish and as a solo artist have left an indelible imprint upon Tarja into the present. "Colours In The Dark" is a breathtaking addition in the catalogue of an artist who continues to mature in a positive direction—both personally and professionally.
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senna
5.0 out of 5 stars Tarja en estado puro
Reviewed in Spain on December 3, 2013
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Esta chica no descansa lo mismo la ves en un concierto de Opera que en uno de Heavy-rock.
La garganta mas prodigiosa de nuestro panorama musical en estado puro.Recomendado por la gran calidad de la gravación y
lo detallado del disco (edicion Luxe) en el que vienen fotos con comentarios aparte de un código para bajarte su ultimo video de su pagina web.
Grande Tarja a ver cuando te dejas caer otra vez por España para que volvamos a estremecernos con tu música.
Recomendado forever
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