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Johannes Kastaja

CMX · 1988

10 min · 6 tracks · progressive rock

Explorative progressive rock intertwines with surreal lyrics, creating a haunting and immersive listening experience.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • brief energetic listening bursts
  • explorative surreal soundscapes
  • haunting lyrical imagery
  • front-loaded intensity and urgency

Maybe skip if you want

  • long-form immersive experiences
  • slow, gradual emotional builds

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1988, 'Johannes Kastaja' was CMX's debut album, marking their entry into the Finnish music scene. The band was still establishing their identity, blending progressive rock with poetic lyricism. This album set the stage for their later experimentation and growth in subsequent releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Amorphis· Opeth· Porcupine Tree

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mielipuolinen rakkaus 1:30
  • 2 Lapsi 1:46
  • 3 Siunattu otsa 1:58
  • 4 My Tribe 0:54
  • 5 On the Wing 0:59
  • 6 Shaman's Prayer 2:58

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