Journey of the Dunadan
Glass Hammer · 1993
72 min · 17 tracks · progressive rock
A rich tapestry of symphonic melodies and intricate arrangements inspired by Tolkien's mythical landscapes.
Why this album works
This album is significant for being one of the early works that merged progressive rock with high fantasy themes, notably drawing inspiration from J.R.R. Tolkien's legendarium. It received positive critical reception within niche circles, helping to establish Glass Hammer as a key player in the progressive rock revival of the early 90s.
- Best for
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks rich symphonic soundscapes to explore evocative storytelling through melodies
- Context
- Released in 1993, 'Journey of the Dunadan' was Glass Hammer's debut album, marking their entrance into the progressive rock scene. At this point, the band was still establishing its identity, with members seeking to blend literary themes with complex musical structures. The album set the stage for their future explorations in both sound and storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tool· Porcupine Tree· IQ
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Shadows of the Past 3:19
- 2 Something’s Coming 3:18
- 3 Song of the Dunadan Standout 9:13
- 4 Fog on the Barrow-Downs 2:33
- 5 The Prancing Pony 1:12
- 6 The Way to Her Heart 3:31
- 7 The Ballad of Balin Longbeard Standout 3:39
- 8 Rivendell 3:30
- 9 Khazad-Dum 1:24
- 10 Nimrodel 4:58
- 11 The Palantir 6:39
- 12 Pelennor Fields 4:25
- 13 Why I Cry (Arwen’s Song) Standout 5:20
- 14 Anduril 2:02
- 15 Morannon Gate 5:41
- 16 The Return of the King 7:55
- 17 Why I Cry (single edit) 3:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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