Is Intermission a good place to start with Stratovarius?

Yes, Intermission is recommended as a starting point for new Stratovarius listeners. A symphonic blend of soaring vocals and intricate guitar riffs, embodying the essence of power metal's melodic intensity. Released on June 26, 2001, 'Intermission' marks a notable moment in Stratovarius's career as their first compilation album following the critical success of 'Infinite' in 2000. The album features a mix of previously released tracks and live recordings, showcasing their established sound while preparing fans for the transition towards their next studio album, 'Elements Pt. 1'.

Who is Intermission for?

Intermission works well if you're into steady pacing for reflective moments, soaring melodies for emotional uplift and consistent energy throughout the album.

How many songs are on Intermission?

Intermission has 15 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.

Intermission

Stratovarius · 2001

67 min · 15 tracks · power metal

A symphonic blend of soaring vocals and intricate guitar riffs, embodying the essence of power metal's melodic intensity.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Will My Soul Ever Rest in Peace? Start here — The opening track sets a powerful tone with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics, encapsulating the band's thematic depth and musical prowess.
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Falling Into Fantasy — This track combines uplifting harmonies with intense instrumentation, illustrating the band's signature ability to merge fantasy themes with emotional weight.
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Hunting High and Low (live) — As a staple of their live performances, this track captures the band's energetic stage presence and audience engagement, making it a highlight for fans.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady pacing for reflective moments
soaring melodies for emotional uplift
consistent energy throughout the album
for introspective evenings
engaging live tracks for energy

Maybe skip if you

seeking instant gratification tracks
prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — Solidified Stratovarius's presence in power metal after critical success.
Themes: fantasy narratives· live concert energy
Career context: Released on June 26, 2001, 'Intermission' marks a notable moment in Stratovarius's career as their first compilation album following the critical success of 'Infinite' in 2000. The album features a mix of previously released tracks and live recordings, showcasing their established sound while preparing fans for the transition towards their next studio album, 'Elements Pt. 1'.
Stylistic neighbors: Helloween· Blind Guardian· Gamma Ray