Chronomonaut
Glass Hammer · 2018
70 min · 12 tracks · progressive rock
An intricate tapestry of symphonic melodies and complex rhythms that pays homage to classic progressive rock while exploring modern themes.
Top tracks — play these first
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Roll for Initiative Start here — This track embodies the album's spirit with its dynamic shifts and engaging narrative about taking chances, reflecting the adventurous theme of role-playing games.
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Twilight of the Godz — Combining soaring vocals with intricate instrumentation, this track serves as a climactic exploration of mythological themes that underpin much of progressive rock.
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Fade Away — As the closing track, it encapsulates the emotional journey of the album, featuring poignant lyrics and a haunting melody that linger long after listening.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with narrative peaks
- nostalgic echoes of past themes
- wave-like pacing for deep immersion
- for reflective listening
- engaging storytelling through melodies
Maybe skip if you
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- avoid lengthy, cohesive experiences
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Ambitious structure and thematic depth highlight the band's artistic evolution.
- Career context
- Chronomonaut is Glass Hammer's twelfth studio album, released in early 2018, following their critically acclaimed 2015 album, Valkyrie. At this point in their career, the band had firmly established themselves as a staple in the progressive rock scene, known for their elaborate compositions and rich storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Flower Kings· Spock's Beard· Yes
Tracklist
- 1 The Land of Lost Content 1:54
- 2 Roll for Initiative Start here 7:43
- 3 Twilight of the Godz 8:13
- 4 The Past Is Past 9:56
- 5 1980 Something 5:51
- 6 A Hole in the Sky 4:49
- 7 Clockwork 2:17
- 8 Melancholy Holiday 4:27
- 9 It Always Burns Sideways 5:48
- 10 Blinding Light 6:01
- 11 Tangerine Meme 3:05
- 12 Fade Away 10:27
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