From the Vault
Spock's Beard · 1997
71 min · 9 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock
A sprawling collection of demos and live recordings showcasing Spock's Beard's intricate musicianship and progressive rock flair.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic progression with peaks home demos for intimate listening live recordings capturing energy
- Context
- Released in 1997, 'From the Vault' is a compilation that precedes Spock's Beard's major breakthrough with their album 'V' later that year. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound within the progressive rock genre, following their self-titled debut in 1995 and their sophomore effort, 'Beware of Darkness', in 1996. This collection provides insight into their development and the creative process behind their earlier works.
- If you like
- progressive metal, progressive rock
From the Vault is an album by Spock's Beard, released in 1997. A sprawling collection of demos and live recordings showcasing Spock's Beard's intricate musicianship and progressive rock flair. 'From the Vault' serves as an important artifact for fans, offering rare glimpses into the band's evolution through home demos and live performances. While not chart-topping, it has been received positively by dedicated followers, contributing to the lore surrounding Spock's Beard as a leading force in progressive rock during the late 90s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does From the Vault sound like?
A sprawling collection of demos and live recordings showcasing Spock's Beard's intricate musicianship and progressive rock flair. Rooted in progressive metal and progressive rock.
What makes From the Vault by Spock's Beard notable?
'From the Vault' serves as an important artifact for fans, offering rare glimpses into the band's evolution through home demos and live performances. While not chart-topping, it has been received positively by dedicated followers, contributing to the lore surrounding Spock's Beard as a leading force in progressive rock during the late 90s. Released in 1997, 'From the Vault' is a compilation that precedes Spock's Beard's major breakthrough with their album 'V' later that year. At this point, the band was solidifying their sound within the progressive rock genre, following their self-titled debut in 1995 and their sophomore effort, 'Beware of Darkness', in 1996. This collection provides insight into their development and the creative process behind their earlier works.
Who is From the Vault for?
From the Vault works well if you're into dynamic progression with peaks, home demos for intimate listening and live recordings capturing energy.
How many songs are on From the Vault?
From the Vault has 9 tracks, running approximately 71 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Stratus 5:25
- 2 Into Fire 3:42
- 3 Fire / Waste Away (live) Standout 6:04
- 4 The Light (home demo) Standout 15:18
- 5 Excerpts from The Doorway (live) 2:26
- 6 The Doorway (home demo) 10:26
- 7 Waste Away (alt. mix) Standout 5:30
- 8 Walking on the Wind (home demo) 10:25
- 9 Go the Way You Go (home demo) 12:28
Release Date
January 1, 1997
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
71 min 46 sec
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