Fireworks
Angra · 1998
62 min · 11 tracks · progressive metal
Progressive metal harmonies intertwine with Brazilian rhythms, creating a vibrant and intricate sonic landscape.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady pacing with gradual peaks vibrant rhythms for active listening immersive experience through cohesion
- Context
- Released on July 14, 1998, 'Fireworks' was Angra's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Holy Land' in 1996. This album showcased the band's evolution into more complex compositions while solidifying their place in the progressive metal scene, particularly as they were becoming known outside of Brazil.
- If you like
- progressive metal
Fireworks is an album by Angra, released in 1998. Progressive metal harmonies intertwine with Brazilian rhythms, creating a vibrant and intricate sonic landscape. 'Fireworks' received critical acclaim for its ambitious production and songwriting, reaching significant chart positions in Brazil and influencing the progressive metal genre globally. It marked a period when Angra began to garner international attention, which bolstered their presence on European stages and festivals. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Fireworks sound like?
Progressive metal harmonies intertwine with Brazilian rhythms, creating a vibrant and intricate sonic landscape. Rooted in progressive metal.
What makes Fireworks by Angra notable?
'Fireworks' received critical acclaim for its ambitious production and songwriting, reaching significant chart positions in Brazil and influencing the progressive metal genre globally. It marked a period when Angra began to garner international attention, which bolstered their presence on European stages and festivals. Released on July 14, 1998, 'Fireworks' was Angra's third studio album, following their breakthrough record 'Holy Land' in 1996. This album showcased the band's evolution into more complex compositions while solidifying their place in the progressive metal scene, particularly as they were becoming known outside of Brazil.
Who is Fireworks for?
Fireworks works well if you're into steady pacing with gradual peaks, vibrant rhythms for active listening and immersive experience through cohesion.
How many songs are on Fireworks?
Fireworks has 11 tracks, running approximately 62 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Wings of Reality Standout 5:54
- 2 Petrified Eyes 6:05
- 3 Lisbon 5:13
- 4 Metal Icarus Standout 6:23
- 5 Paradise Standout 7:38
- 6 Mystery Machine 4:11
- 7 Fireworks 6:20
- 8 Extreme Dream 4:16
- 9 Gentle Change 5:35
- 10 Speed 5:56
- 11 Rainy Nights 5:03
Release Date
July 14, 1998
Artist Origin
Brazil
Runtime
62 min 36 sec
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