Ilosaarirock
Porcupine Tree · 2009
73 min · 10 tracks · progressive metal · progressive rock · psychedelic rock
A mesmerizing blend of progressive rock and metal, weaving intricate melodies with haunting atmospheres.
Why this album works
The album received positive reviews, highlighting the band's tight musicianship and dynamic stage presence. It also solidified Porcupine Tree's status within the progressive rock genre, contributing to their continued influence on emerging bands in the scene. The live recording captures a pivotal moment in their career as they transitioned from cult favorites to a more mainstream audience.
- Best for
- dynamic peaks and valleys immersive long-form exploration haunting atmospheres throughout journey
- Context
- Released in 2009, 'Ilosaarirock' is a live album capturing Porcupine Tree's performance at the Ilosaarirock festival. This period marked a peak in their popularity following their acclaimed studio album 'Fear of a Blank Planet' released in 2007. The album showcases the band's ability to translate their complex studio creations into captivating live performances.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· Deep Purple· Jerry Garcia
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 2:02
- 2 Fear of a Blank Planet Standout 7:32
- 3 Lightbulb Sun 6:04
- 4 Open Car 5:35
- 5 Anesthetize Standout 17:23
- 6 Blackest Eyes 5:18
- 7 Way Out of Here 7:43
- 8 Sleep Together 8:52
- 9 Trains Standout 5:58
- 10 Halo 7:17
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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