Legends of the Shires
Threshold · 2017
82 min · 14 tracks · progressive metal
A sprawling odyssey of progressive metal that weaves intricate melodies with epic storytelling.
Why this album works
'Legends of the Shires' received critical acclaim, particularly for its ambitious narrative structure. It debuted at number 9 on the UK Rock & Metal Chart and helped to re-establish Threshold as a prominent name in progressive metal following a period of lineup changes.
- Best for
- dynamic storytelling through music epic peaks and valleys immersive journey in two halves
- Context
- Released in 2017, 'Legends of the Shires' is Threshold's seventh studio album, coming after their 2014 release 'For the Journey.' This album marked a revitalization for the band, showcasing their signature blend of complex arrangements and lyrical depth while solidifying their place in the progressive metal genre.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 The Shire, Part 1 2:03
- 2 Small Dark Lines 5:24
- 3 The Man Who Saw Through Time Standout 11:51
- 4 Trust the Process Standout 8:44
- 5 Stars and Satellites 7:20
- 6 On the Edge 5:20
Disc 2
- 1 The Shire, Part 2 5:25
- 2 Snowblind 7:03
- 3 Subliminal Freeways 4:51
- 4 State of Independence 3:38
- 5 Superior Machine 5:01
- 6 The Shire, Part 3 1:22
- 7 Lost in Translation Standout 10:20
- 8 Swallowed 3:54
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