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Released 30 years ago

Episode

Stratovarius · 1996

68 min · 13 tracks · power metal

Epic orchestration and soaring melodies intertwine with intricate guitar work, defining power metal's emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on April 22, 1996, 'Episode' marks Stratovarius's fifth studio album during a period of growing acclaim in the power metal scene. This album followed their breakthrough release 'Visions' and continued to solidify their influence, featuring more complex compositions and thematic storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Helloween· Blind Guardian· Gamma Ray

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Father Time 5:01
  • 2 Will the Sun Rise? 5:06
  • 3 Eternity 6:55
  • 4 Episode 2:01
  • 5 Speed of Light 3:03
  • 6 Uncertainty 5:58
  • 7 Season of Change 6:56
  • 8 Stratosphere 4:52
  • 9 Babylon 7:09
  • 10 Tomorrow 4:51
  • 11 Night Time Eclipse 7:58
  • 12 Forever 3:08
  • 13 When the Night Meets the Day 5:28

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