Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe · 1989
59 min · 9 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of intricate melodies and symphonic rock, weaving together the legacies of its legendary members.
Top tracks — play these first
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Brother of Mine: I. The Big Dream / II. Nothing Can Come Between Us / III. Long Lost Brother of Mine — This epic track exemplifies the band's signature style, featuring seamless transitions between sections that showcase both lyrical poignancy and musical complexity. The interplay between vocals and instrumentation highlights their collaborative chemistry.
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Themes: I. Sound / II. Second Attention / III. Soul Warrior — Opening the album, this suite sets the tone with expansive soundscapes and intricate arrangements, establishing the thematic depth that characterizes the entire record. It encapsulates the band's progressive ethos while introducing listeners to their collective vision.
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Order of the Universe: I. Order Theme / II. Rock Gives Courage / III. It's So Hard to Grow / IV. The Universe — This closing suite combines philosophical lyrics with dynamic shifts in tempo and mood, illustrating the band's exploration of existential themes through music. Its climactic nature serves as a fitting conclusion to their artistic statements throughout the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases intricate compositions and varied instrumentation, though it occasionally lacks cohesion in its ambitious structure.
What we noticed
- The album features several multi-part tracks, with 'Brother of Mine' and 'Order of the Universe' each divided into distinct sections that explore different musical themes.
- The use of varied instrumentation, including orchestral elements alongside traditional rock setups, creates a layered sound throughout the record.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Themes: I. Sound / II. Second Attention / III. Soul Warrior 5:57
- 2 Fist of Fire 3:32
- 3 Brother of Mine: I. The Big Dream / II. Nothing Can Come Between Us / III. Long Lost Brother of Mine 10:21
- 4 Birthright 6:04
- 5 The Meeting 4:23
- 6 Quartet: I. I Wanna Learn / II. She Gives Me Love / III. Who Was the First / IV. I'm Alive 9:23
- 7 Teakbois 7:41
- 8 Order of the Universe: I. Order Theme / II. Rock Gives Courage / III. It's So Hard to Grow / IV. The Universe 9:02
- 9 Let's Pretend 2:55
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