Beyond the Shrouded Horizon cover

Released 15 years ago this September

Beyond the Shrouded Horizon

Steve Hackett · 2011

86 min · 22 tracks · progressive rock

A vibrant tapestry of progressive rock, blending intricate melodies with evocative storytelling and rich instrumental textures.

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 want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward, concise tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2011, 'Beyond the Shrouded Horizon' marked Steve Hackett's first studio album since rejoining the progressive rock scene after a period of varied solo projects. Following his departure from Genesis in the late 70s, Hackett had been exploring diverse musical styles, and this album represents a return to his roots in complex arrangements and thematic depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Camel· Mike Oldfield· Genesis

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Loch Lomond 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

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