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BE (Original Stage Production)

Pain of Salvation · 2005

140 min · 30 tracks · progressive metal

A theatrical blend of progressive metal, haunting melodies, and philosophical narratives that challenge existence.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • theatrical storytelling through music
  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • philosophical themes and reflections
  • engaging in deep existential thought
  • listening as a two-part experience

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek standalone singles only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'BE' marked a significant artistic exploration for Pain of Salvation following their acclaimed album 'Remedy Lane'. This original stage production showcased the band's ambition to merge music with storytelling, solidifying their reputation as innovators in the progressive metal genre. At this point, they were transitioning into a more conceptual phase, tackling complex themes within their work.
Stylistic neighbors
Opeth· Dream Theater· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Animae Partus (“I Am”) 1:53
  • 2 Deus Nova 2:54
  • 3 Imago (Homines Partus) 3:57
  • 4 Pluvius Aestivus 5:11
  • 5 Lilium Cruentus (Deus Nova) 5:21
  • 6 Nauticus (Drifting) 3:45
  • 7 Dea Pecuniae: I. Mister Money / II. Permanere / III. I Raise My Glass 9:15
  • 8 Vocari Dei 4:26
  • 9 Diffidentia (Breaching the Core) 7:32
  • 10 Nihil Morari 6:33
  • 11 Latericius Valete 2:28
  • 12 Omni 2:43
  • 13 Iter Impius 6:22
  • 14 Martius/Nauticus II 6:30
  • 15 Animae Partus II 0:49

Disc 2

  • 1 Animae Partus (“I Am”) 2:19
  • 2 Deus Nova 2:43
  • 3 Imago (Homines Partus) 4:08
  • 4 Pluvius Aestivus 5:12
  • 5 Lilium Cruentus (Deus Nova) 5:22
  • 6 Nauticus (Drifting) 3:45
  • 7 Dea Pecuniae: I. Mister Money / II. Permanere / III. I Raise My Glass 9:13
  • 8 Vocari Dei 4:29
  • 9 Diffidentia (Breaching the Core) 7:33
  • 10 Nihil Morari 6:34
  • 11 Latericius Valete 2:25
  • 12 Omni 2:35
  • 13 Iter Impius 6:34
  • 14 Martius/Nauticus II 6:24
  • 15 Animae Partus II 0:57

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