Aura
Asia · 2001
79 min · 14 tracks · progressive rock
A lush tapestry of melodic progressive rock with intricate rhythms and soaring vocals that beckon listeners into a sonic journey.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- soaring vocals for emotional uplift
- wave-like pacing for deep immersion
- gradual rise with impactful peaks
- sonic journey for reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- instant gratification seekers
- fans of short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2001, 'Aura' was Asia's sixth studio album, marking a period of artistic reinvention following their 1999 reunion. The band sought to reestablish their identity in the evolving landscape of rock music after experiencing fluctuating commercial success throughout the 1990s. This album featured a more mature sound, reflecting both personal and musical growth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Yes· Emerson, Lake & Palmer· Genesis
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Awake 6:00
- 2 Wherever You Are 4:48
- 3 Ready to Go Home 4:47
- 4 The Last Time 4:58
- 5 Forgive Me 5:23
- 6 Kings of the Day 6:41
- 7 On the Coldest Day in Hell 6:25
- 8 Free 8:12
- 9 You're the Stranger 5:46
- 10 The Longest Night 5:21
- 11 Aura 4:44
- 12 Under the Gun 4:48
- 13 Come Make My Day 5:01
- 14 Hands of Time 6:31
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