Top tracks — play these first
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Dead Men Tell No Tales — This track encapsulates the album's adventurous spirit, blending hard-hitting riffs with lyrical themes of piracy and danger that resonate throughout the record.
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The Dragon and Saint George — A standout track that combines mythological storytelling with powerful instrumentation, showcasing Ten's ability to fuse narrative depth with musical complexity.
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Revolution — With its anthemic chorus and driving rhythm, this song serves as a rallying cry for change, reflecting both personal and societal struggles while maintaining an infectious energy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical storytelling with depth
- adventurous soundscapes for exploration
- epic instrumentation for immersion
- cathartic release through intensity
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, quick listens
- avoid complex narrative structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Isla De Muerta is Ten's sixth studio album, released in 2015 following the band's 2013 record, Albion. At this point, Ten was solidifying their presence in the melodic hard rock scene while experimenting with more elaborate compositions and themes. The album showcases their continued evolution, incorporating storytelling elements inspired by pirate lore.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Threshold· Harem Scarem· Dream Theater
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 (i) Buccaneers (instrumental) / (ii) Dead Men Tell No Tales 6:27
- 2 Tell Me What to Do 4:15
- 3 Acquiesce 4:45
- 4 This Love 4:42
- 5 The Dragon and Saint George 5:16
- 6 Intensity 6:39
- 7 (i) Karnak (instrumental) / (ii) The Valley of the Kings 8:10
- 8 Revolution 5:56
- 9 Angel of Darkness 3:57
- 10 The Last Pretender 6:40
- 11 We Can Be as One 3:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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