Hand. Cannot. Erase.
Steven Wilson · 2015
66 min · 11 tracks · alternative rock · progressive metal · progressive rock
A haunting exploration of isolation, blending intricate progressive rock with poignant lyrical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- haunting exploration of isolation
- dynamic progression with peaks
- reflective moments of introspection
- emotional crescendos that linger
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek upbeat danceable rhythms
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Hand. Cannot. Erase.' was released in 2015, Steven Wilson had established himself as a prominent figure in progressive rock through solo work and his band Porcupine Tree. This album followed his critically acclaimed release 'The Raven That Refused to Sing (And Other Stories)' and marked a significant artistic evolution as he delved deeper into themes of loneliness and mental health.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Porcupine Tree· Opeth· Anathema
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 First Regret 2:01
- 2 3 Years Older 10:17
- 3 Hand Cannot Erase 4:17
- 4 Perfect Life 4:45
- 5 Routine 9:02
- 6 Home Invasion 6:24
- 7 Regret #9 5:00
- 8 Transience 2:48
- 9 Ancestral 13:33
- 10 Happy Returns 6:00
- 11 Ascendant Here On… 1:56
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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