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Entropia

Pain of Salvation · 1997

64 min · 13 tracks · progressive metal

A complex tapestry of progressive metal that weaves existential themes with intricate melodies and dynamic arrangements.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional depth
  • wave-like pacing that captivates
  • existential themes for deep thinkers
  • immersive experience with resolution
  • thought-provoking moments of reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, quick listens
  • seek constant high-energy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Entropia' marks Pain of Salvation's debut album, introducing their unique blend of progressive metal to the world. At this point, the band was still in its formative stage, setting the foundation for their future explorations into conceptual storytelling and musical complexity.
Stylistic neighbors
Opeth· Dream Theater· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

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

  • 1 ! (foreword) 6:11
  • 2 Chapter I: Welcome to Entropia 1:22
  • 3 Chapter I: Winning a War 6:32
  • 4 Chapter I: People Passing By 9:07
  • 5 Chapter I: Oblivion Ocean 4:42
  • 6 Chapter II: Stress 5:00
  • 7 Chapter II: Revival 7:38
  • 8 Chapter II: Void of Her 1:46
  • 9 Chapter II: To the End 4:56
  • 10 Chapter III: Circles 0:55
  • 11 Chapter III: Nightmist 6:48
  • 12 Chapter III: Plains of Dawn 7:23
  • 13 Chapter III: Leaving Entropia (epilogue) 2:31

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