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A Little Nonsense – Now and Then

Echolyn · 2002

192 min · 33 tracks · progressive rock

A fusion of intricate melodies and thought-provoking lyrics, echoing the essence of progressive rock's storytelling tradition.

Top tracks — play these first

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    The Great Men — This track exemplifies Echolyn's complex musical structures and lyrical depth, exploring themes of power and identity through its dynamic arrangement.
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    On Any Given Night — With its compelling narrative and emotive vocal delivery, this song captures the band’s ability to weave personal stories into broader existential reflections.
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    Peace in Time — The juxtaposition of serene melodies with introspective lyrics makes this track a standout, showcasing the band’s skill in creating atmospheric soundscapes.
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    Meaning and the Moment — This song encapsulates the album’s exploration of life's fleeting nature, balancing intricate musical motifs with poignant reflections on existence.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Fountainhead: a) Dominique b) Howard Roark c) The Banner 2:57
  • 2 The Great Men 8:34
  • 3 On Any Given Night 5:05
  • 4 Carpe Diem 5:12
  • 5 Shades 11:14
  • 6 Clumps of Dirt 4:26
  • 7 Peace in Time 6:42
  • 8 Meaning and the Moment 7:27
  • 9 Breath of Fresh Air 3:42
  • 10 Until It Rains 5:18
  • 11 The Velveteen Rabbit 7:27

Disc 2

  • 1 Bright Sides 3:06
  • 2 Ballet for a Marsh 4:32
  • 3 Lunch in the Sun 3:55
  • 4 Blue and Sand 4:28
  • 5 100 Diversions 7:32
  • 6 Another Day 3:33
  • 7 Where the Sour Turns to Sweet 5:17
  • 8 Meaning and the Moment 4:55
  • 9 The Currents of Me 7:29
  • 10 Patchwork 3:35
  • 11 This Time Alone 9:11
  • 12 A Little Nonsense (live) 7:09
  • 13 As the World (live) 6:56

Disc 3

  • 1 The Edge of Wonder (Erad-Glitch) 4:11
  • 2 Texas Dust (live) 5:36
  • 3 Swingin' the Axe (live) 3:23
  • 4 Gray Flannel Suits (live) 5:11
  • 5 As the World (2000 version) 4:38
  • 6 Suffocating the Bloom (2000 version) 4:20
  • 7 Carpe Diem (2000 version) 6:05
  • 8 Shades (2000 version) 14:38
  • 9 [untitled] 4:34

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