Extinct Instinct
Threshold · 1997
67 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal
A complex tapestry of heavy riffs and intricate melodies woven through ethereal vocals and progressive rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- immersive listening for introspection
- ethereal vocals with heavy riffs
- explorative journey through sound
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, 'Extinct Instinct' was Threshold's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Psychedelicatessen'. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place within the progressive metal genre, experimenting with more elaborate compositions and lyrical themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Symphony X· Dream Theater· Fates Warning
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Exposed 6:26
- 2 Somatography 6:25
- 3 Eat the Unicorn 10:06
- 4 Forever 4:35
- 5 Virtual Isolation 5:32
- 6 The Whispering 7:50
- 7 Lake of Despond 6:21
- 8 Clear 3:22
- 9 Life Flow 6:00
- 10 Part of the Chaos / Segue 10:30
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