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Gluttons for Punishment

Spock's Beard · 2005

118 min · 16 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock

A dynamic fusion of intricate melodies and complex rhythms that showcases the band's progressive rock prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with emotional peaks
  • wave-like pacing that captivates
  • extended tracks for deep engagement
  • reflective moments of intricate melodies
  • for evening introspection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer short, standalone tracks
  • seek instant gratification

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2005, 'Gluttons for Punishment' is Spock's Beard's seventh studio album, coming after the departure of founding member Neal Morse. This album marked a significant point in their evolution, as they adjusted to a new lineup while continuing to explore deeper lyrical themes and elaborate compositions.
Stylistic neighbors
Dream Theater· Symphony X· Transatlantic

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Intro 1:20
  • 2 The Ballet of the Impact 5:50
  • 3 I Wouldn’t Let It Go 4:47
  • 4 Surfing Down the Avalanche 3:53
  • 5 She Is Everything 7:06
  • 6 Climbing Up That Hill 3:34
  • 7 Letting Go 1:20
  • 8 Of the Beauty of It All 4:56
  • 9 Harm’s Way 11:17
  • 10 NWC 9:58

Disc 2

  • 1 At the End of the Day 16:33
  • 2 The Bottom Line 7:40
  • 3 Ryo’s Solo 5:57
  • 4 Ghosts of Autumn 6:49
  • 5 As Long as We Ride 8:26
  • 6 The Light 19:07

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