Beyond the Shrouded Horizon
Steve Hackett · 2011
86 min · 22 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of melodic intricacies interwoven with lush, symphonic textures and Hackett's signature guitar work.
Top tracks — play these first
-
→
Turn This Island Earth — This sprawling track serves as the album's centerpiece, blending intricate guitar solos with a sweeping orchestral arrangement that encapsulates Hackett’s ambition and creativity.
-
→
Loch Lomond Start here — Transforming the traditional Scottish folk tune into an elaborate progressive piece, Hackett showcases his ability to bridge genres while maintaining emotional depth.
-
→
A Place Called Freedom — With its compelling narrative and evocative melodies, this track highlights Hackett's songwriting prowess alongside his guitar virtuosity, making it a standout moment on the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- evocative storytelling through instrumentals
- immersive listening for introspective moments
- for reflective afternoon escapes
- exploratory soundscapes for curious minds
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward, concise tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Showcases renewed creativity after Genesis reunion, highlighting Hackett's continuing evolution.
- Themes
- Loch Lomond reflections· freedom's journey· island earth imagery
- Career context
- Released in 2011, Beyond the Shrouded Horizon marked Steve Hackett's return to a progressive rock sound after several years exploring different musical styles. This album followed his 2009 release, Out of the Tunnel, showcasing a renewed focus on expansive compositions and instrumental storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Camel· Mike Oldfield· Genesis
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Loch Lomond Start here 6:50
- 2 The Phoenix Flown 2:08
- 3 Wanderlust 0:44
- 4 Til These Eyes 2:41
- 5 Prairie Angel 2:59
- 6 A Place Called Freedom 5:57
- 7 Between the Sunset and the Coconut Palms 3:18
- 8 Waking to Life 4:50
- 9 Two Faces of Cairo 5:14
- 10 Looking for Fantasy 4:33
- 11 Summer’s Breath 1:12
- 12 Catwalk 5:44
- 13 Turn This Island Earth 11:51
Disc 2
- 1 Four Winds: North 1:34
- 2 Four Winds: South 2:05
- 3 Four Winds: East 3:34
- 4 Four Winds: West 3:04
- 5 Pieds en l’air 2:25
- 6 She Said Maybe 4:21
- 7 Enter the Night 3:59
- 8 Eruption: Tommy 3:37
- 9 Reconditioned Nightmare 4:06
What to play next
Genesis Revisited II
2012
Continues the melodic exploration with rich arrangements and guitar work.
Live Rails
2011
Sets the stage with live renditions that precede the expansive studio work in the current album.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Misplaced Childhood
Marillion
Both albums weave intricate narratives with lush instrumentation and emotional depth.
The Snow Goose
Camel
Shares a similar blend of evocative storytelling and rich instrumental landscapes.
Close to the Edge
Yes
Features complex arrangements and a thematic focus on personal and cosmic journeys.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.