Holy Land cover

Released 30 years ago

Holy Land

Angra · 1996

56 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal

Richly textured progressive metal blends Brazilian rhythms with soaring melodies and introspective lyrics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • introspective moments for reflection
  • dynamic progression throughout album
  • richly textured soundscapes
  • immersive storytelling in tracks

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Holy Land marked Angra's third studio album, following their successful debut, Angels Cry, in 1993 and the sophomore release, Fireworks, in 1995. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their unique sound that incorporated Brazilian musical elements into the progressive metal genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Symphony X· Dream Theater· Kamelot

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Crossing 1:55
  • 2 Nothing to Say 6:21
  • 3 Silence and Distance 5:35
  • 4 Carolina IV 10:36
  • 5 Holy Land 6:26
  • 6 The Shaman 5:23
  • 7 Make Believe 5:53
  • 8 Z.I.T.O. 6:04
  • 9 Deep Blue 5:47
  • 10 Lullaby for Lucifer 2:43

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