Downfall – The Early Years is a compilation album of by the Dutch rock band The Gathering.

The record was first released on 22 May 2001 by Hammerheart Records label.

[2] On 15 September 2008, an expanded version of the album was released by Vic Records.

All lyrics are written by Bart Smits; all music is composed by The GatheringAll lyrics are written by Bart Smits; all music is composed by The Gathering