English Electric Part Two cover

English Electric Part Two

Big Big Train · 2013

57 min · 7 tracks · progressive rock

A sweeping tapestry of progressive rock that intertwines intricate musicianship with evocative storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with gradual build
  • evocative storytelling throughout tracks
  • immersive full-album experience
  • reflective moments of contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2013, 'English Electric Part Two' is Big Big Train's sixth studio album and follows their critically acclaimed 'English Electric Part One' from the previous year. At this juncture, the band was solidifying their status in the progressive rock community, having transitioned from a largely cult following to a more mainstream recognition through successful crowd-funded projects.
Stylistic neighbors
Transatlantic· The Flower Kings· Marillion

Tracklist

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

  • 1 East Coast Racer 15:43
  • 2 Swan Hunter 6:20
  • 3 Worked Out 7:30
  • 4 Leopards 3:54
  • 5 Keeper of Abbeys 6:58
  • 6 The Permanent Way 8:29
  • 7 Curator of Butterflies 8:44

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