Handful of Rain
Savatage · 1994
49 min · 10 tracks · heavy metal · progressive metal · power metal
Melancholic melodies entwined with heavy riffs create an atmospheric journey through loss and introspection.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its emotional depth and storytelling, which resonated with fans, helping it reach No. 35 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Critics praised its intricate compositions, solidifying Savatage's presence in the progressive metal scene during the 1990s.
- Career context
- Released on August 16, 1994, 'Handful of Rain' was Savatage's eighth studio album, coming after their critically acclaimed 'Streets: A Rock Opera'. This album marked a transitional phase for the band as they navigated lineup changes and explored more melodic elements in their sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Nevermore· Manilla Road· Angel Dust
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Taunting Cobras 3:21
- 2 Handful of Rain Standout 5:00
- 3 Chance Standout 7:49
- 4 Stare Into the Sun 4:42
- 5 Castles Burning 4:38
- 6 Visions (instrumental) 1:25
- 7 Watching You Fall 5:20
- 8 Nothing Going On 4:08
- 9 Symmetry 5:04
- 10 Alone You Breathe Standout 7:28
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