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Flow

Conception · 1997

43 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

A blend of intricate melodies and powerful vocals that showcase the emotional depth of progressive metal.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Gethsemane — Opening with haunting melodies and emotive vocals, Gethsemane sets the tone for the album's exploration of introspection and existential themes.
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    Cry — This track delves into vulnerability with its poignant lyrics and powerful instrumentation, encapsulating the emotional core of Flow.
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    Flow — The title track exemplifies the band's signature sound, merging intricate guitar work with soaring vocal lines that reflect the album's overarching narrative.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

The album's ambitious songwriting and dynamic arrangements contribute to its solid standing in progressive metal.

What we noticed

  • Vocals often alternate between soaring melodies and aggressive delivery, creating a dynamic contrast throughout the record.
  • Several tracks incorporate extended instrumental sections that showcase intricate guitar solos and keyboard arrangements.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Cry

    The bridge shifts from a soft reflection to an urgent plea, amplifying the emotional stakes of the song.

    This structural change intensifies the message of vulnerability, contrasting quiet introspection with a sudden surge of emotion.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Gethsemane 5:02
  • 2 Angel (Come Walk With Me) 4:23
  • 3 A Virtual Lovestory 3:46
  • 4 Flow 3:44
  • 5 Cry 5:02
  • 6 Reach Out 3:34
  • 7 Tell Me When I'm Gone 4:21
  • 8 Hold On 4:07
  • 9 Cardinal Sin 4:01
  • 10 Would It Be the Same 5:48

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