Desolation Rose
The Flower Kings · 2013
92 min · 18 tracks · progressive rock
A sprawling journey through intricate melodies and contemplative lyrics wrapped in lush progressive rock textures.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews from critics, showcasing The Flower Kings' ability to blend complex musical arrangements with introspective lyrics. It solidified their status within the progressive rock scene, continuing to influence both new and established artists alike despite not charting prominently.
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks intricate melodies for deep focus contemplative moments of reflection
- Context
- Released in 2013, 'Desolation Rose' is The Flower Kings' follow-up to the 2006 album 'Paradox Hotel.' At this time, the band was revitalizing its sound while maintaining a commitment to their expansive progressive rock roots. This album came during a period when they were reflecting on their legacy and exploring deeper thematic content.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Tower One Standout 13:37
- 2 Sleeping Bones 4:16
- 3 Desolation Road 4:00
- 4 White Tuxedos 6:30
- 5 The Resurrected Judas Standout 8:24
- 6 The Silent Masses 6:17
- 7 Last Carnivore 4:22
- 8 Dark Fascist Skies Standout 6:05
- 9 Blood of Eden 3:12
- 10 Silent Graveyards 2:52
Disc 2
- 1 Runaway Train 4:41
- 2 Interstellar Visitations 8:24
- 3 Lazy Monkey 2:24
- 4 Psalm 2013 2:10
- 5 The Wailing Wall 3:18
- 6 Badbeats 5:24
- 7 Burning Spears 3:15
- 8 The Final Era 2:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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