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By Royal Decree

The Flower Kings · 2022

92 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock

A lush tapestry of symphonic melodies intertwined with intricate rhythms and evocative storytelling.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic journey with varied peaks wave-like pacing for deep engagement evocative storytelling throughout tracks
Context
By Royal Decree marks The Flower Kings' sixteenth studio album, following the 2019 release of Waiting for Miracles. This album arrives during a period of renewed creativity for the band, showcasing their dedication to progressive rock while experimenting with new sounds and themes that reflect contemporary issues.
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progressive rock

By Royal Decree is an album by The Flower Kings, released in 2022. A lush tapestry of symphonic melodies intertwined with intricate rhythms and evocative storytelling. The album received positive critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and reinforcing The Flower Kings' status within the progressive rock revival. It features a blend of complex compositions and lyrical depth that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners, further solidifying their influence in modern progressive music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does By Royal Decree sound like?

A lush tapestry of symphonic melodies intertwined with intricate rhythms and evocative storytelling. Rooted in progressive rock.

What makes By Royal Decree by The Flower Kings notable?

The album received positive critical acclaim, landing on several year-end lists and reinforcing The Flower Kings' status within the progressive rock revival. It features a blend of complex compositions and lyrical depth that resonates with both longtime fans and new listeners, further solidifying their influence in modern progressive music. By Royal Decree marks The Flower Kings' sixteenth studio album, following the 2019 release of Waiting for Miracles. This album arrives during a period of renewed creativity for the band, showcasing their dedication to progressive rock while experimenting with new sounds and themes that reflect contemporary issues.

Who is By Royal Decree for?

By Royal Decree works well if you're into dynamic journey with varied peaks, wave-like pacing for deep engagement and evocative storytelling throughout tracks.

How many songs are on By Royal Decree?

By Royal Decree has 18 tracks, running approximately 92 minutes.

Tracklist

18 tracks·92:55

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

Disc 1

  • 1 The Great Pretender Standout 6:55
  • 2 World Gone Crazy Standout 5:04
  • 3 Blinded 7:45
  • 4 A Million Stars Standout 7:11
  • 5 The Soldier 5:23
  • 6 The Darkness in You 5:13
  • 7 We Can Make It Work 2:48
  • 8 Peacock on Parade 5:15
  • 9 Revolution 5:59

Disc 2

  • 1 Time the Great Healer 6:12
  • 2 Letter 2:25
  • 3 Evolution 4:47
  • 4 Silent Ways 5:01
  • 5 Moth 4:31
  • 6 The Big Funk 4:39
  • 7 Open Your Heart 5:17
  • 8 Shrine 1:08
  • 9 Funeral Pyres 7:14

Genre

progressive rock

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Artist Origin

Sweden

Runtime

92 min 55 sec